Fairbury Public Schools is seeking a School Psychologist to support the academic, social, behavioral, and emotional success of our 900+ PK-12 students. Our mission is to engage and empower students through meaningful relationships and innovative teaching in a progressive, 1:1 technology district.
Essential Responsibilities
- Assessment & Evaluation: Administer and interpret psycho-educational evaluations to determine eligibility for special services under Nebraska Rule 51.
- MTSS Leadership: Facilitate problem-solving through the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) at district, building, and individual student levels.
- IEP/MDT Participation: Lead Multidisciplinary Team (MDT) meetings and collaborate with IEP teams to design effective intervention strategies.
- Consultation: Serve as a resource for teachers, parents, and administrators regarding child development, mental health, and classroom management.
- Direct Support: Provide individual and group counseling for students verified with behavioral or emotional needs.
Qualifications
- Certification: Must hold (or be eligible for) a valid Nebraska Department of Education certificate with a K-12 School Psychologist Field Endorsement.
- Supervised Internship: A minimum of 1,200 clock hours is required.
- School Setting Requirement: At least 600 of those hours must be completed within a school setting.
- Supervision: The internship must be supervised by a standard institution of higher education.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Placement on the district scale with full credit granted for previous experience in accredited schools.
- Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and retirement.
- Time Off: 80 hours of PTO.
- Extras: Coaching and extra-duty opportunities may be available for interested candidates.
Starting date approximately August 3, 2026.
Candidates who are team players, self starters, and positive individuals seeking a rewarding work environment are encouraged to apply.
For more information about the application process, please contact the Office of the Superintendent, 703 K Street, Fairbury, Nebraska, 68352, (402) 729-6104. Fairbury Public Schools is an EOE/ADA Employer.