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School Psychologist - 1.0 FTE Continuing

Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows – School District #42

Maple Ridge, B.C.

Job description

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

1.0 FTE CONTINUING

School District No. 42 (SD42) meets the learning needs of approximately 17,000 students of all ages in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows, and is defined by its determination to keep student learning and growth at the heart of all its decisions. With an annual budget of over $200M and over 2,000 staff, the school district provides K-12 educational services in 22 elementary schools, six secondary schools, and two alternate schools. It also provides a variety of certificate programs and relevant quality life-long learning opportunities through Ridge Meadows College and Continuing Education.

SD42 is looking for a qualified School Psychologist to join our Learning Services Team for a 1.0 FTE Continuing position, effective September 1, 2026.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with school-based and district staff to gather classroom data and develop instructional and behavioural support strategies.
  • Design and implement evidence-based interventions to support student learning and behaviour.
  • Administer and interpret Level C educational, psychological, and behavioural assessments.
  • Communicate assessment results and recommendations clearly to school teams and families.
  • Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to collaborative planning and decision-making.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications:

  • A Master’s Degree in school/educational psychology or a related field with a focus on school psychology.
  • Qualifications that meet the standard for membership in the British Columbia Association of School Psychologists.

To apply, please submit the following documentation:

  • Resume and Cover Letter, quoting posting #T2627-030.
  • All Supporting Documentation.

The district appreciates the interest of all applicants; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

For more information about our School District, please visit:

Our staff members are the foundation of our system. When you join our school district, you become part of a talented community of educators and support staff dedicated to enriching the lives of all students and helping them achieve success.

About this occupation

This job is classed under Psychologists (NOC 31200) in Canada’s National Occupational Classification (NOC). Here’s how NOC describes the work in general; the posting above has the details for this job.

Psychologists assess and diagnose behavioural, emotional and cognitive disorders, counsel clients, provide therapy, conduct research and apply theory relating to behaviour and mental processes. Psychologists help clients work toward the maintenance and enhancement of psychological, physical, intellectual, emotional, social and interpersonal functioning. They work in private practice or in clinics, correctional facilities, hospitals, mental health facilities, rehabilitation centres, community service organizations, businesses, schools and universities, and in government and private research agencies.

Typical duties

  • This group performs some or all of the following duties:
  • Examine and assess behaviour, diagnose behavioural, emotional and cognitive disorders, counsel clients and provide therapy
  • Help clients manage physical illness and disorders
  • Counsel individuals and groups to achieve more effective personal, social and vocational development and adjustment, and offer mediation services
  • Use standard psychological tests for assessment
  • Plan intervention programs and conduct program evaluation

Usual requirements

  • A doctoral degree in psychology is required in order to use the designation "Psychologist" in Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Quebec, Ontario, Manitoba and British Columbia.
  • A master's degree in psychology is required for the designation "Psychologist" in Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Saskatchewan, Alberta, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
  • A master's degree in psychology is required in order to use the designation "Psychological Associate" in Prince Edward Island, Ontario, Manitoba and British Columbia.
  • A period of supervised practical experience is required in most jurisdictions.

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What you’ll do

Collaborate with school-based and district staff to gather classroom data and develop instructional and behavioural support strategies.. Design and implement evidence-based interventions to support student learning and behaviour.. Administer and interpret Level C educational, psychological, and behavioural assessments.. Communicate assessment results and recommendations to school teams and families.. Work within a multidisciplinary team on collaborative planning and decision-making.. Perform other related duties as required.

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in school or educational psychology, or a related field with a focus on school psychology. Qualifications must meet the standard for membership in the British Columbia Association of School Psychologists.

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