Position Type:
District/Teaching
Date Posted:
5/18/2026
Location:
District
Closing Date:
Until Filled
Date: May 18, 2026
From: Office of the Superintendent
Subject: Vacancy
Position: School Psychologist - District
Pennsauken Public Schools is an urban/suburban Pre-K to 12th grade school district of approximately 5,000 students located in Camden County, New Jersey
Responsibilities:
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Participates in the evaluation, classification and placement of all pupils with special needs
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Administers, scores and evaluates standard psychological tests for the purpose of assessing the intellectual, educational, emotional, social and behavioral characteristics of those students referred
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Interprets the results of psychological testing and assists in the development and coordination of an appropriate individualized education plan for each pupil requiring special education and/or related services and participates in the ongoing evaluation of the academic progress and educational placement of classified pupils
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Serves as a case manager as assigned and maintains appropriate case records
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Provides psychological counseling to students, parents and staff and, as needed, makes referrals to appropriate community resources
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Assists in the development and delivery of in-service programs and parent seminars
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Keeps the staff and community informed of the schools' psychological services
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Maintains professional competence through continuing education and other professional growth activities
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Observes pupils in classrooms and other school settings
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Serves as a consultant to parents, school personnel and community groups on child development and mental health topics
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Cooperates with personnel of community health and social welfare agencies
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Performs all duties required as a member of the child study team by administrative code, state and federal laws and board policy
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Performs other related duties as may be assigned by the superintendent or student personnel services director
Qualifications
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Valid New Jersey Educational Services Certificate and School Psychologist Endorsement (Masters in School Psychology Preferred)
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Knowledge of laws and regulations governing special education and demonstrated ability to effectively provide testing, psychological evaluation and counseling services
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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MUST pass NJ Criminal History Review Unit fingerprinting requirement
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New Jersey State residency requirements for public employees in effect
Terms:
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Salary, terms and conditions as per PEA contract
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Salary Range: $67,055- $94,219
Applications are accepted on-line only. To apply, go to www.pennsauken.net and choose employment.
Please submit your resume, cover letter, references and applicable certifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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