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National Heritage Academies
East Grand Rapids, Michigan

Regional School Psychologist (Part-Time)

PsychologistPart-Time

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Job Description

We are currently seeking dedicated School Psychologist to join our team in a local traveling role. This position offers a dynamic work environment and requires a flexible, adaptable approach to meet the evolving needs of students and schools.

As a traveling School Psychologist, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping students reach their full potential. We are open to considering qualified School Psychologists as either employees or independent contractors.

You will provide services at the following school locations:

Excel Charter Academy- Grand Rapids, MI

Knapp Charter Academy - Grand Rapids, MI

River City Scholars - Grand Rapids, MI

What We Offer

  • Flexible scheduling options
  • Competitive salary
  • Affordable, comprehensive benefits package 401(k) plan with employer match
  • A meaningful, mission-driven work environment

Part-Time: 24 hours/week

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Administer and interpret a wide range of standardized assessment instruments to evaluate cognitive, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral functioning. Guide and support staff in administering achievement tests as needed.
  • Conduct comprehensive psychological and psycho-educational evaluations to inform eligibility determinations and intervention planning.
  • Develop and implement evidence-based interventions and instructional supports to assist in developing students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional skills.
  • Assist in the development, writing, and implementation of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), collaborating with school staff to ensure goals are meaningful and achievable.
  • Provide direct counseling services to students and consult with families, offering guidance and connecting them with additional resources when necessary.
  • Participate in the IEP and Section 504 processes, providing input on assessment results, intervention strategies, and student progress.
  • Support the implementation of systematic intervention by assisting with data collection, progress monitoring, and intervention planning.
  • Conduct risk assessments for students experiencing emotional or behavioral crises and collaborate with school teams to ensure appropriate interventions and supports.
  • Provide training and professional development to school staff on topics such as behavior management, trauma-informed practices, and mental health awareness.
  • Support school-wide initiatives that promote a positive school climate.
  • Maintain an accurate record of student caseload requirements and update the Administrator over SE on any changes.
  • Maintain a detailed schedule and service logs and track student progress toward intervention goals.
  • Demonstrate professionalism in handling confidential matters and materials.
  • Pursue ongoing professional development to stay informed about current practices and research in school psychology.

Qualifications

  • Valid state certification or licensure as a School Psychologist
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with educators, parents, and other professionals

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Key Responsibilities

The School Psychologist will conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations and develop evidence-based interventions to support student academic and social-emotional growth. They will also collaborate with school staff to implement IEPs, provide counseling services, and conduct risk assessments for students in crisis.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Psychological evaluationRisk assessmentCommunication skillsCollaboration

Psychologist Career Context

Of the 50 active School Psychologist listings this role was benchmarked against, 50% are remote, 42% have no call, 54% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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38 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution32 jobs · 23 employers

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks25 jobs · 23 employers

401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
60%
Loan repayment
24%
Sign-on bonus
20%
PSLF eligible
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 4.8
Better work-life than 40% of School Psychologist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 171 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • On-site

Living in East Grand Rapids

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$551k
Median resident rent
$1,862/mo
Residents’ average commute
18 min
State income tax
Up to 4.3%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About National Heritage Academies

Education Administration Programs
Grand Rapids, MI
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible Scheduling
401(k) with Employer Match
Health Insurance
Dental
Vision