Psychologist 0.5FTE

The Mission Public School District is located on the traditional, ancestral, unsurrendered, and shared territories of Stó:lo people, of Leq'á:mel, Semá:th, Máthxwi, Sq'éwlets and Qwó:ltl'el First Nations, stewards of this land since time immemorial.

Halq'eméylem is the language of this land and of Stó:lo ancestors. The place from where Halq’eméylem (Upriver dialect) originates is Leq’á:mel. The language comes from the land, and it has been this way since time immemorial.

We invite applications for the position of:

School: Student Services

Position: Psychologist

FTE: 0.5

Grade: K-12

Status: Temporary

Start Date: October 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027

Schedule: to be determined

The District School Psychologist will:

• have their professional fees paid by the district (prorated based on FTE)

• be reimbursed for approved mileage

• receive an annual psychologist allowance as per the collective agreement (prorated based on FTE)

This position is primarily responsible for conducting psychoeducational assessments and providing consultative services. The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge of current, effective assessment methods, as well as best practice in academic intervention. The position is required to collaboratively consult with teachers, parents, and community agencies regarding the nature of a student’s strengths and needs, their educational implications and ways to enhance learning and interpersonal skills. This role also requires the ability to assist with pre-referral interventions for the student intervention plans, suggesting support activities to ensure the inclusion of diverse learners, provide assistance in the process of identification of students in special education categories, provide guidance to Learning Support Teachers regarding the use of Level B assessment tools, and provide in-service training as required.

Qualifications:

•Master’s degree in school psychology or equivalent

•Licensed school psychologist registered with the BC College of Psychologists

•Possess a valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle for travel between schools

•Have the ability to work independently and efficiently to complete psychoeducational assessments

•Have excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with a variety of people

•Have knowledge of audit compliance criteria for special education categories

For your application to be considered, all required documents must be included with your application which include:

• resume
• cover letter

The starting annual salary for this position ranges from $61, 502-$112,806, with placement on the range based on length of service, FTE and qualifications in accordance with the Collective Agreement.

Please be sure that you have received a confirmation from Make a Future that you have applied to a specific posting. Without this confirmation your application will not have been submitted.

Why the Mission School District?

We are a medium-sized district with rural and urban schools. We are large enough to provide a variety of programs and services, and small enough to build meaningful relationships with our students, parents, colleagues, and other stakeholders.

The school district is focused on following the school's strategic plan which sets the direction for the organization and supports student learning. Click to learn more about the strategic plan and related priorities. We are committed to forming safe and inclusive workspaces and schools. To learn more, review our policy for .

About Mission

Mission is nestled on a southern coastal mountain slope, overlooking the lush valley of the mighty Fraser River. Ideally situated, Mission is located an hour east of Vancouver and 20 minutes from Abbotsford. Mission was originally inhabited by the Sto:lo First Nations people, and today this rapidly growing and dynamic centre is home to a population of some 38,000 residents. Come see why Mission is "the Jewel in the Valley".

What opportunities do we offer?

• District Mentorship/ Leadership Groups
• In-house training, online training, leadership training, and professional development opportunities
• A great place to live that is relatively affordable compared to other lower mainland cities
• Access to wellness resources

Thank you for your interest. Please note only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

Accommodations/adjustments are available for interviews and in the workplace. If selected for an interview Human Resources will provide information on how to request accommodation/adjustments.

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.

All jobs in this occupationFull NOC profile