26-FEA-71 Psychologist 1.0; Multiple Buildings

NOTICE OF VACANCY POSTING DATE: September 14, 2026 POSITION ID: 26-FEA-71 POSITION: Psychologist 1.0 LOCATION : Beechview Elementary 0.4 & Lanigan Elementary 0.6 SALARY: Per FEA Master Agreement 2026-2027 salary schedule (Preferred starting salary range of $51,053 (BA) - $68,562 (MA), dependent on experience and degree obtained) START DATE: October 5, 2026 DEADLINE: September 18 , 2026 or until filled POSITION SUMMARY We are seeking two dedicated School Psychologists to join our Farmington Public Schools team. The successful candidates will provide comprehensive psychoeducational services to support the academic, social, behavioral, and emotional well-being of our students. This role requires an individual capable of performing diagnostic assessments to support special education eligibility determinations, conducting crisis intervention, and providing consultative services within a school setting. QUALIFICATIONS Full school psychology certification preferred (provisional may be considered) Administer both standardized and informal assessments (observation, curriculum-based measures, etc.) Support staff in the administration and use of assessments and tiered interventions. Excellent verbal and written language skills. Organized and able to manage multiple assignments within multiple buildings. Able to develop and implement positive behavior support systems. Thorough knowledge and ability to facilitate functional behavior assessments. Ability to lead teams in writing behavior intervention plans. Meet all license requirements for school psychologists in Michigan. Must be CPI trained or willing to be trained within 30 days of hire and annually update certification. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with students, staff members, parents, and the community. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Comprehensive Assessment: Conduct individual psycho-educational evaluations, including cognitive, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral assessments to determine eligibility for special education services. Consultation & Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with teachers, administrators, parents, and community agencies to develop and implement effective intervention strategies. IEP Development: Serve as an active member of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team, contributing data-driven insights to inform goal setting and instructional planning. Crisis Intervention: Provide support for crisis prevention and response, including suicide risk assessments and threat assessments as needed. Data Analysis: Utilize data to monitor student progress and evaluate the effectiveness of academic and behavioral interventions at both the individual and systemic levels. BOARD OF EDUCATION EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL FPS EMPLOYEES To ensure work/choices contribute to the Learner Profile and District Goals, as demonstrated by: a. Ability to create a collaborative culture through providing a safe environment for employees to take risks, work independently and interdependently and to value all perspectives. b. Ability to establish productive relationships which will support and leave people better off through engagement in courageous conversations and empathetic interactions in order to make choices that build trust and understanding. c. Ability to establish an environment of continuous improvement that will provide data/feedback and reflection that will assist in identifying and solving problems in an innovative manner. d. Ability to establish an environment for cultural improvement by demonstrating honesty with self and others through equity, not just equality, and seeing and embracing differences as assets. e. Ability to know your audience and to tailor communication in a timely, clear and appropriate mode; always seeking to understand. METHOD OF APPLICATION: Applications are being accepted online only. To apply for this position, go to the district's web site at www.farmington.k12.mi.us , select the tabs 'Departments' , 'Human Resources' 'Employment' , 'Online Application' . Selected candidates may be required to submit a video introduction for the first screening interview. For questions regarding this posting contact tanishia.peterson@fpsk12.net . Note: First round screening interviews for selected candidates will be held once the posting is closed. It is the policy of Farmington Public Schools that no person shall, on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, or disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in employment, or in any of its programs or activities.