Psychologist Intern

Boulder Valley School District is committed to create challenging, meaningful, and engaging learning opportunities so that all children thrive and are prepared for successful, civically engaged lives. Our comprehensive and innovative approach to education ensures that each student meets expectations relative to intellectual growth, physical development and social emotional well-being. The district covers approximately 500 square miles and serves the communities of Boulder, Erie, Louisville, Lafayette, Superior, Broomfield, Nederland, Ward, Jamestown and Gold Hill. Website:BVSD.

Location: US:CO:BOULDER

Department: Special Education

Position Title: Psychologist Intern

Position Start Date: August 5, 2025 

Position Type: Non-Represented

FTE: 1.0 - Temporary through 5/22/2026

Work Schedule: 186 Days

Pay Schedule: $20,000 stipend

Closing Date: January 30, 2025 

The location for this position is not yet determined but will be discussed during the interview process.

Summary:

Through direct supervision, school psychologists interns will develop their skills to support student learning, social development, and mental/behavioral health through the delivery of evidenced based individual, group, and school wide interventions. Interns will have on site supervision throughout the year. Job duties of the school psychologist include evaluations, consultations, IEP development, small group interventions, one on one interventions, behavioral management training. Under the supervision of the school psychologist supervisor, the intern will administer assessments and interpret results of psycho educational assessments. Interns may consult with student support teams or other committees at a school site. Psychologist interns will participate in ongoing professional learning throughout the year with BVSD special educators.

Responsibilities:

• Utilize varied models and methods of data collection to identify the strengths and needs of individual students and those of the broader school community, developing effective services and programs to meet those needs, and evaluation systems to measure progress and outcomes.
• Consult and collaborate with colleagues, students, families, and other stakeholders to promote the effective implementation of services.
• Use assessment and data collection methods to implement and evaluate services that support learning and academic achievement.
• Use assessment and data collection methods to implement and evaluate services and programs that support social skill development, learning, and mental and behavioral health, through individual and group counseling, as well as school-wide training.
• Develop and implement practices and strategies to create and maintain effective, safe, and supportive learning environments and school climate for all students, including positive behavior intervention and supports.
• Promote services that enhance access to learning, mental and behavioral health, safety, and physical well being, through the development of protective and adaptive factors, including implementing effective crisis preparation, response, and recovery services.
• Implement and evaluate services that are responsive to unique culture and family context, which engage family, school, and community partnerships in order to enhance academic, social, and behavioral outcomes.
• Provide professional services that promote effective functioning for individuals, families, and schools with diverse characteristics, cultures, and backgrounds, and across multiple contexts, recognizing that understanding and respecting diversity in development and learning, and advocacy for social justice, are foundations for all aspects of service delivery.
• Evaluate and apply research as a foundation of service delivery, and in collaboration with others, use varied techniques and technological resources for data collection, measurement, and analysis to support effective practices at the individual, group, school, and district level
• Provide services and supports that are consistent with legal and professional standards, engage in responsive ethical and professional decision making, demonstrate the ability to collaborate with other professionals, and apply the work characteristics needed for effective practice, including respect for human diversity and social justice, effective communication and interpersonal skills, and demonstrate adaptability, initiative, and dependability
• Collaborate with general and special education teachers and other related or special service providers to assess student needs and barriers to learning, write evaluation reports, assist with determining eligibility for special education services, and identifying the appropriate supports needed to enhance learning and student outcomes, including attending IEP meetings
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Successful completion of university coursework requirements and supervised practicum in School Psychology (must upload official transcripts and practicum documentation).
• Completed and submitted BVSD online application.
• Communicate (read, write, and speak) in English.

Preferred:

• Education and training in child development practices.
• Trained in crisis response protocols.

Salary Information:

Salary Placement varies according to experience and education.

BVSD engages in a salary placement process vs. a salary negotiation process. This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience and education. All salaries are set by Human Resources based on a review of qualifications compared to the requirements on the job description; therefore listing all related education and experience on your application is recommended. 

Application and Selection Procedure:

• External Candidates: Apply on-line at jobs.bvsd
• Current BVSD Employees: Must apply through the INFOR portal
• If you do not have internet access, a computer is available in the Human Resources Division, Education Center, 6500 E. Arapahoe, Boulder, Colorado.
• Applications are reviewed to match candidates with position qualifications, with a limited number selected for interviews. For the final selection, employment is contingent upon successful completion of the post-offer screening process, including a background check and possible medical examination. 

Benefits & Eligibility:

Boulder Valley School District is proud to offer eligible employees excellent benefits which may include:

• Free high-quality Health and Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Aflac
• Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• EcoPass

Please see our Benefits Page for information on the benefits we offer and eligibility information.

The Boulder Valley School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, creed, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status in admission or access to, and treatment and employment in its educational programs or activities. Inquiries or complaints: BVSD Legal Counsel - 720-561-5903; Office for Civil Rights -http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/addresses.html