School Psychologist, Itinerant on Temporary Contract (Part-Time @ 75%) at La Canada Unified School District
About the Employer
“Our Success is Intentional” La Cañada Unified School District is a learning community committed to personal growth and academic excellence. All facets of the district work to ensure its success is intentional. Part of the fabric of the community, La Cañada schools inspire a national standard for high academic achievement, citizenship, and student well-being. LCUSD emphasizes safety, security, and a wide array of wellness offerings as a priority on each of its school campuses. The district operates three elementary schools and a combined grades 7-12 middle and high school. Current student enrollment is approximately 3,975 students, supported by 517 highly qualified employees. Each school in the district has developed a comprehensive Responsive Teaching Plan, Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Plan, and has adopted Stanford’s Challenge Success initiative to ensure that all students receive appropriate tiers of support in mastering academic standards and in developing their social, emotional, and physical health and resilience. La Cañada Flintridge is home of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Descanso Gardens. The professional residents of La Cañada are attracted to the city because of its excellent schools and its strong community spirit. Parent participation and involvement in the schools are extensive as evidenced by a robust La Cañada Educational Foundation, which contributes over $2 million annually to the district, the active volunteerism and program support of the PTA at each school site, and the Spartan Boosters at LCHS grades 7-12. Approximately 95% of graduating seniors enroll in post-secondary schools, with students attending their best fit colleges and universities across the nation. All of our schools have been named National Blue Ribbon schools, with Palm Crest and Paradise Canyon Elementary Schools recognized in 2021. La Cañada High School 7/8 was named a National Forum “School to Watch” school four times, most recently in 2023. All LCUSD schools have been designated as California Distinguished Schools, with its three elementary schools recognized again in 2023.
Job Summary
Job Summary
La Cañada Unified School District is posting an applicant pool search for a part-time school psychologist. The person holding this position would assist psychologists at the four school sites in the District. This part-time assignment at 0.75 FTE (75%) would be offered on a temporary contract, spanning the remainder of the school psychologist’s work year, through June 12, 2023.
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications: 1. Credential: Valid California Pupil Personnel Services credential authorizing school psychologist services. Preferred: Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) credential. 2. Education: Master’s degree in school psychology. Work Year: This is a part-time position at 0.75 FTE (75%, or 5.25 hours per day), Monday through Friday doing school hours. It is expected that the position will be active five days a week, but there may be room to adjust work hours based on the needs of the work site and the supported psychologist(s). The first day of paid service will be upon clearance of a background check and tuberculosis assessment.
Salary: Placement on the psychologist salary schedule is dependent on education and years of employment in a public school district. No cap on years for public school experience. The starting monthly salary range for a 75% school psychologist is $5,660.58 to $8,513.69, corresponding to $337.94 to $508.28 per day. Paychecks would be issued on the last workday of the month, January through June 2023. Benefits: This position is eligible to participate in the District’s medical benefit plans. Currently the District’s maximum contribution to an employee’s benefits package is $18,034 per year. Premiums for a part-time employee are prorated based on the employee’s full-time equivalent (FTE) percentage, which for this position is 0.75 FTE (75% of a full-time position). An additional late start payment may be assessed to bring the new hire into compliance with the premium payment schedule. The following documents must be submitted for an application to be considered:
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (at least three (3) current letters)
- Resume
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential - School Psychology
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications: 1. Credential: Valid California Pupil Personnel Services credential authorizing school psychologist services. Preferred: Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) credential. 2. Education: Master’s degree in school psychology. Work Year: This is a part-time position at 0.75 FTE (75%, or 5.25 hours per day), Monday through Friday doing school hours. It is expected that the position will be active five days a week, but there may be room to adjust work hours based on the needs of the work site and the supported psychologist(s). The first day of paid service will be upon clearance of a background check and tuberculosis assessment.
Salary: Placement on the psychologist salary schedule is dependent on education and years of employment in a public school district. No cap on years for public school experience. The starting monthly salary range for a 75% school psychologist is $5,660.58 to $8,513.69, corresponding to $337.94 to $508.28 per day. Paychecks would be issued on the last workday of the month, January through June 2023. Benefits: This position is eligible to participate in the District’s medical benefit plans. Currently the District’s maximum contribution to an employee’s benefits package is $18,034 per year. Premiums for a part-time employee are prorated based on the employee’s full-time equivalent (FTE) percentage, which for this position is 0.75 FTE (75% of a full-time position). An additional late start payment may be assessed to bring the new hire into compliance with the premium payment schedule. The following documents must be submitted for an application to be considered:
- Copy of Transcript
- Credential Copy
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (at least three (3) current letters)
- Resume
- Pupil Personnel Services Credential - School Psychology
Comments and Other Information
Application Procedure:
1. Interested parties may submit an electronic application through the posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org/lcusd). Please include a cover letter, a resume with references, a copy of a valid California PPS credential in school counseling, copies of transcripts and at least three (3) current letters of recommendation. Cover letters may be addressed to:
Dr. Debra Cradduck, Chief Human Resources Officer
La Cañada Unified School District
4490 Cornishon Avenue
La Cañada, CA 91011
dcradduck@lcusd.net
2. Once applications are screened and a sufficient applicant pool is established, selected candidates will be contacted regarding an on-campus interview with an interview panel.
Comments and Other Information
Application Procedure:
1. Interested parties may submit an electronic application through the posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org/lcusd). Please include a cover letter, a resume with references, a copy of a valid California PPS credential in school counseling, copies of transcripts and at least three (3) current letters of recommendation. Cover letters may be addressed to:
Dr. Debra Cradduck, Chief Human Resources Officer
La Cañada Unified School District
4490 Cornishon Avenue
La Cañada, CA 91011
dcradduck@lcusd.net
2. Once applications are screened and a sufficient applicant pool is established, selected candidates will be contacted regarding an on-campus interview with an interview panel.
Application Deadline
3/13/2023 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
11/3/2022
Contact
Danielle Newcom
818-952-8385
818-952-8385
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
The starting monthly salary range for a 75% school psychologist is $5,660.58 to $8,513.69.
Length of Work Year
January 3 - June 12, 2023
Employment Type
Part Time