About the role
Position
School Psychologist Intern (2026-27 school year)
Location
City of Rochester
Start Date
Late August 2026 through June 2027
Stipend
$21,000
Benefits
- District contribution to Health/Vision and/or Dental Insurance
- Paid Personal Time
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Vacation Time
Schedule
- Full-time / Part-time
- 10-month (works student calendar)
- 12-month
- Paid hours/day: 7 hours 40 minutes, including a duty‑free lunch of 35 minutes
Purpose
The primary goal of the internship is to promote future district leaders in the field of school psychology who possess a considerable professional knowledge base, skills in implementing evidence‑based practice designed to promote students' academic and social competencies, and a commitment to research, ethical practice, and continual critical and reflective analyses. In addition, the internship is designed to acquaint students with the cultural diversity and practices of school psychology. The School Psychology Intern will report to the Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services.
Essential Functions
- Collaboration with experienced school psychologists and professional teaching and support staff
- Psychological and educational evaluations of preschool and school‑age students
- Discusses with other members of the school effective ways of assisting pupils
- Active participation in the CPSE and CSE process
- Facilitator of individual or group therapy sessions
- Assist in the development and periodic evaluation of standardized testing programs for use throughout the school system
- Case management of individual students
- Active participation in building‑level RTI teams
- Offers assistance to teachers and administrators concerning the psychological aspects of teaching and learning
- May be asked to initiate and carry out or direct research projects under the guidance of a licensed school psychologist
- Intern assignment will be at various buildings and may include a preschool component
Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge and application of statutes regulating professional practice
- Knowledge and application of APA/NASP Ethical Guidelines
- Ability to communicate effectively
- Ability to work with students who are racially diverse and/or have varying abilities
- Ability to collaborate with staff and related school professionals
- Ability to accept constructive feedback and implement the feedback
- Demonstrates time management, patience, problem solving, and abides by ethical standards
Qualifications
- Certification/License: Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation
- Education: Enrolled in an Accredited School Psychology Master's Degree Program
- Experience: Experience working with a diverse population desired
Demands, Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments
Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone
Travel
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. #J-18808-Ljbffr