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William S. Hart Union High School District

School Psychologist

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What they do

A Psychologist studies human behavior to learn about the mental processes that affect people and how they relate to each other. Specializes in research or works directly with patients. May assess, diagnose and treat mental, emotional or behavioral disorders, provide counseling, advise students, focus on workplace issues or consult on criminal cases.

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Job Description

August 6, 2026 William S. Hart Union High School District 21380 Centre Pointe Parkway Santa Clarita, CA 91350 661 259-0033 ANNOUNCEMENT
OF CERTIFICATED EMPLOYMENT
School Psychologist -
Temporary Contract School Site:
District Office Work Year:
195 days
Starting Date:
Fall 2026
Deadline:
Until filled Responsibilities include:
  • Assist special education teachers and special education site administrators in the IEP process including the discipline for students with IEPs.
  • Serve as a resource to the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team and other personnel in preparation for the follow-up of student placement.
  • Coordinate with outside public agencies in the provision of services to students with exceptional needs.
  • Be knowledgeable of all programs available within the Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) and serve as a resource to the IEP team on request.
  • Provide consultation to general and special education staffs.
  • Assist teachers in IEP development as needed.
  • Act as administrative designee for IEP meetings as needed.
  • Provide assistance to school personnel in the accommodation and modification of curriculum to individuals with special needs.
  • Be knowledgeable of IDEA and Title V regulations and other laws pertaining to special education.
  • Be able to think creatively, mediate and resolve issues concerning the IEP process including assessment and placement.
  • Administers individual tests to students which measure intellectual development, academic achievement, social/adaptive behavior, and psycho-motor development.
  • Writes multidisciplinary reports, including data, interpretations, and recommendations from all contributors.
  • Interprets assessment findings to parents, students, and professional personnel in the context of I.E.P. (Individual Education Program) meetings and individual requests, and to other community resources as requested by parents.
  • Counsels and confers with parents and professional staff on applying assessment findings in order to develop an appropriate educational environment for specific students.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Must possess Pupil Personnel Certificate (in the area of School Psychology) Collaboration with multidisciplinary team Knowledge of assessment techniques Knowledge of counseling approaches Experience at the secondary level preferred Good writing and communication skills Knowledge of special education populations Expertise in IEP development Expertise in facilitating IEP meetings 2627-34 August 6, 2026
Salary & Benefits:
Range:
$81,357 - $124,155 annually for psychologists new to the District, based on education and experience. Salary for current District employees based on current placement on the salary schedule. Comprehensive health, dental, vision and family benefits, including employee life insurance.
Application procedure:
Applicants should apply online at SchoolSpring. Please contact Mignon Stevenson in the Certificated Personnel Office at 661-259-0033, ext. 282, with any additional questions.
Interview:
Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Non-Discrimination Policy The William S. Hart Union High School District prohibits unlawful discrimination against and/or harassment of any student, employee, or job applicant on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, national origin, immigration status, ancestry, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military or veteran status, political affiliation, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by state and federal nondiscrimination laws, respectively, at any District site and/or activity. The William S. Hart Union High School District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. All inquiries regarding discrimination, civil rights, Title II, and/or Title IX should be directed to the Director of Human Resources. Complaints regarding 504 plans should be directed to the Director of Student Services and Equity. Both can be reached at the William S. Hart Union High School District, 21380 Centre Pointe Pkwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, or by phone (661) 259-0033, or by email: UCP@hartdistrict.org. El Distrito de Escuelas Secundarias William S. Hart Union prohíbe la discriminación ilegal y/o el acoso de cualquier estudiante, empleado o solicitante de empleo basado en raza actual o percibido, el color, el origen étnico, el origen nacional, el estado migratorio, la ascendencia, la religión, la edad, estado civil, embarazo, estado parental, discapacidad física o mental, condición médica, estado militar o de veterano, afiliación política, sexo, género, identidad de género, expresión de género, información genética, orientación sexual o cualquier otra base, prohibida por leyes estatales y federales. Leyes de no discriminación, respectivamente, en cualquier sitio y/o actividad del Distrito. El Distrito de Escuelas Secundarias William S. Hart Union también proporciona igualdad de acceso a los Boy Scouts y otros grupos juveniles designados. Todas las consultas sobre discriminación, derechos civiles, Título II y/o Título IX deben dirigirse a Director de Recursos Humanos. Las quejas relacionadas con los planes 504 deben dirigirse a Director de Equidad y Servicios Estudiantiles. Se puede comunicar con ambos en William S. Hart Union High School District, 21380 Center Pointe Pkwy, Santa Clarita, CA 91350, o por teléfono (661) 259-0033, o por correo electrónico: UCP@hartdistrict.org. 2627-34