What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist position at North Central ESD?
Division: Student Success and Learning
Conditions of work:
- 191days per year
- 9 hours per day
- 5 days a week, M-T with some Fridays
- Exemptposition
Location/Assignment: The Bridge Day Treatment Center in Moses Lake, Grant County
General Description:
This position is a rare opportunity to join an exciting team. The regional North Central Educational Service District 171 (NCESD 171) is seeking a dynamic team player interested in making an impact in the lives of staff, students, and families as the School Psychologist. The School Psychologist will provide a full range of school psychological services to children ages 3-21, including screening, assessment, and designing remedial educational programs. This position functions as a member and leader of the multidisciplinary team to determine a student’s eligibility for special services, appropriate programming, and ongoing progress. The School Psychologist helps implement all procedures to meet compliance standards as outlined in the WAC’s in concert with NCESD procedures and due process forms.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Current WA State Education Staff Associate (ESA) certification in School Psychology, or the ability to obtain
- Current DOH License or ability to obtain
- Master’s degree in School Psychology
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License and ability to commute regularly within the NCESD region
- Equity mindset and a desire to advocate for students with disabilities and their families
- Positive professional references from former supervisors and colleagues
- Capacity to produce high-quality written reports, including evaluations, IEPs, and professional correspondence
- Exceptional verbal communication skills and the ability to engage in complex conversations effectively
- Current knowledge of all relevant state and federal regulations for special education and Medicaid rules and regulations
- Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships in the course of work
- Evidenced professionalism, including organizational skills and a commitment to follow through on tasks
- Ability to learn and utilize the latest technologies within the field of education
- History of professionalism in maintaining student records accurately and confidentially
- Eagerness to participate in ongoing professional development
- Attend essential agency and district meetings as well as conferences as necessary
Preferred:
- 5 years of experience working as a school psychologist
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred
- National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) certified
Application Procedure:
North Central ESD is accepting applications for this position online only. To access our online application, please click the link below.
All completed packets must be submitted online and include:
- Updated Resume
- Cover Letter
- Three Professional References
- Washington State Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Release
Timeline:
Position opens: October 07, 2026
Position open until filled
First screening after 12 pm on October 21, 2026
Position begins: As soon as possible
Note: Employment contingent upon successful clearance of a Washington State Patrol, FBI fingerprint criminal history background check, and Sexual Misconduct background check.
NCESD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $88,168.00 - $110,814.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $88,168 - $110,814