1.0 FTE Psychologist/Counselor beginning the 2026-2027 school year

1.0 FTE Psychologist/Counselor beginning the 2026-2027 school year Pullman School District 267 Pullman High School - Pullman, Washington This job is also posted in Pullman School District 267 Job Details

Job ID:

5677927

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Re-Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Aug 19, 2026 Job Description

DEFINITION OF POSITION

Provide a full range of school psychological and counseling services to children, including screening and assessment, designing remedial educational programs, individual, and group counseling with students, school staff, parents, and outside agencies as appropriate. Function as a member and/or leader for the multidisciplinary team to determine the child's eligibility for special services, appropriate programming, and on-going progress.

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR

Building Principal

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Residency Educational Staff Associate Certificate (ESA) Possess or be eligible for a Washington State Certificate with school psychologist endorsement Possess a valid driver's license Successful experience with elementary/secondary-aged children with special needs

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Professional Educational Staff Associate Certificate (ESA) Possess or be eligible for a Washington State Certificate with a school counselor endorsement Experience as a school psychologist Knowledge of Washington State Administrative Codes (WACs) as they apply to special education Experience as a school counselor Experience as a classroom teacher Master's degree in counseling, psychology, or other related field

ESSENTIAL JOB-RELATED ACTIVITIES

Evaluate children who have been referred and determined to require an assessment/reassessment, including determining appropriate areas of assessment, selecting appropriate instruments, administering tests, observations and writing summary analysis reports which interpret the evaluation findings and provide program recommendations Administer and interpret a wide variety of education assessments Consult with teachers, parents, and other staff involved with students needing adaptations to facilitate improved performance and/or conduct in the classroom Provide individual and group counseling services for academic and social development to students and parents Assist the faculty to understand students and their behavior Work effectively with students who may experience academic, social, and/or behavioral challenges Implement guidance activities for greater understanding of self and others Serve or lead the Student Intervention Team to coordinate services for students Serve as a team leader at multi-disciplinary team meetings Serve as a liaison between the schools and outside community agencies and resources Coordinate building, district and state assessments Write, monitor, and coordinate all student 504 accommodation plans Assist in identification and/or development of interventions Assist in the transition process pf students from one level to another Conduct Functional Behavior Assessment; develop and monitor behavior and academic plans Provide leadership in maintaining required documentation for special education Coordinate highly capable student testing and program requirements with the highly capable services/program staff Practice strong organizational skills Meet timelines consistently Possess and practice strong interpersonal skills with a wide variety of people both inside and outside the organization (staff, parents, community members, other agencies) Be a positive team builder who works in a collaborative manner Meet multiple demands in pressure situations and maintain high levels of quality work Maintain confidentiality Communicate clearly, orally and in writing Regularly demonstrate professionalism in appearance, actions, decisions, and overall performance Work with minimal supervision and be flexible Perform other duties as assigned by his/her supervisor

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to the school principal or assigned administrator

MENTAL DEMANDS

May experience frequent interruptions; required to deal with a wide range of student behaviors and academic abilities; required to deal with a wide range of physical or emotional disabilities; may occasionally deal with distraught or difficult individuals

TERMS OF CONTRACT

Salary:

$56,701 - $106,871 per year, placement based on experience and level of education

Length of Contract:

1.0 FTE, 180 days plus professional development days

Leaves/Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage is provided through SEBB (School Employee Benefits Board) for employees who work at least 630 hours per academic year. Retirement benefits are provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Additional benefits may include sick/ emergency leave and personal leave as per the collective bargaining agreement between the Pullman Education Association (PEA) and the Pullman School District (pullman_education_association_agreement_2025-2028.pdf). The Pullman School District Board of Directors and the Pullman School District shall provide equal educational opportunity and treatment for all students in all aspects of the academic and activities programs without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, honorably-discharged veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation (including gender expression or identity), marital status, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, participation in the Boy Scouts of America or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The district will provide equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and all other designated youth groups listed in Title 36 of the United States Code as a patriotic society. District programs will be free from sexual harassment. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent, (509) 332-3144, compliancecoord@psd267.org, and Section 504/ADA Coordinator, Assistant Director of Special Services (509) 332-3144, compliancecoord@psd267.org. 240 SE Dexter Street, Pullman, WA 99163. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodations in the application process by contacting the Personnel Coordinator at (509) 332-3584. Title IX inquiries may also be directed toward the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights (OCR): https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/ list/ocr/index.html. Information about the nondiscrimination and sex-based discrimination policies and grievance procedures, and how to report a concern or complaint: https://www.pullmanschools.org/hib-discrimination

PULLMAN SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$56,701 to $106,871 Per Year