School Psychologist

LEARN Academy is hiring for a dynamic School Psychologist with opportunities for full and part-time positions in the East Valley.Available locations include Queen Creek, Casa Grande and San tan Valley, AZ.Join a Specialized Team Making Measurable ImpactLEARN Academy (a national leader in specialized behavioral services), seeks a dynamic School Psychologist to join our team. This specialized role offers the unique opportunity to apply all domains of school psychology practice in a structured, evidence-based environment serving students with complex emotional and behavioral needs in a day school setting. Our mission is to find success for every child in our care, by treating the whole child, as we provide an extension of specialized services to our public school partners.Why This Role is Different:Specialized Therapeutic Focus: Work exclusively with students with intensive behavioral needs using evidence-based interventions; lead our teams in ensuring we are at the forefront of providing evidence based high quality therapeutic care for the students we serve.Measurable Impact: See direct, meaningful outcomes through our structured Positive Behavioral Supports programsCollaborative Team Model: Work alongside special education teachers, behavior technicians, other mental health professionals, administrators, and BCBAs in an integrated approach to providing specialized interventionsProfessional Growth: Receive comprehensive on the job training in de-escalation, crisis response, and advanced behavioral strategies targeting prevention and skill developmentCompetitive Compensation: Reflecting advanced therapeutic school psychology technical skillsComprehensive Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision, 401(k), professional developmentProfessional Development Investment: Funding for conferences, certifications, and continuing education; Intensive on the job professional development is embedded and ongoingStructured Mentorship Program: Structured support and development from experienced cliniciansEvidence-Based Environment: Data-driven approach supporting research and evaluation skillsManageable Caseloads: Designed to prevent burnout and ensure quality careProfessional Opportunities:Participation in research and program evaluation initiativesMentoring opportunities with graduate student internsConference presentation and professional writing opportunitiesEngage in systematic consultation with external providers and agenciesValid Arizona School Psychologist licensureExperience with intensive behavioral interventions and crisis managementStrong clinical perspective with ability to maintain professional boundariesCommitment to evidence-based practices and continuous learningStrong consultation and collaboration skills with an openness to team-based mentoringProficiency with special education policy and procedureKnowledge of trauma informed practice and social justice frameworksCommitment to NASP Practice Model principles and ethical standards*Travel between our location and location campuses required for full-time positions.Apply Your Complete Skill SetThis role offers the rare opportunity to implement the full breadth of school psychology practice within a specialized therapeutic educational setting. Join our collaborative team where your expertise across all NASP domains will directly impact student outcomes while advancing evidence-based practices in intensive behavioral intervention.Desert Choice Schools is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members can thrive professionally while making meaningful differences in students' lives.Maintain documentation for compliance and treatment planningImplement progress monitoring systems within our multitiered support frameworkEvaluate intervention effectiveness using data collection and analysis protocolsContribute to program evaluation and evidence-based practice refinementProvide consultation to families on behavioral strategies and community resource accessFacilitate collaborative treatment planning across home, school, and community settingsDevelop and implement evidence-based academic interventions addressing learning and behavioral barriersProvide direct therapeutic services including individual and group counseling per IEPsDesign and monitor social-emotional learning interventions within classroom settingsImplement trauma-informed and culturally responsive therapeutic approachesSupport implementation of our school-wide Positive Behavioral Supports systemLead crisis intervention protocols including de-escalation and post-crisis debriefingDevelop and maintain safety protocols and threat assessment proceduresEnsure compliance with ethical guidelines and special education regulationsMaintain professional boundaries and clinical documentation standardsParticipate in ongoing professional development and supervision

Created: 2026-04-04