School Psychologist - Senior

Introduction

The Department of Public Instruction (DPI) is the state agency that advances public education and libraries in Wisconsin. Our mission is to advance equitable, transformative, and sustainable educational experiences that develop learners, schools, libraries, and communities in Wisconsin. DPI is committed to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. Equity and inclusion are at the core of our values, which include belonging, integrity, love, humility, and honor.

Our employees enjoy an exceptional employee assistance program and a focus on work‑life balance.

The Wisconsin School for the Deaf (WSD) within the Division of Access and Opportunity is seeking a School Psychologist – Senior
. This is a full‑time, school‑year position (88%). WSD is a residential school dedicated to serving students who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, or Deafblind. Our team is committed to providing a rich, bilingual‑bicultural educational environment where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

The School Psychologist – Senior provides a range of services adapted to the unique educational, psychological, emotional, mental health, communication needs of Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and Deafblind children, aged 3‑21, under the general supervision of the Director of Pupil Services. Duties include conducting assessments and diagnoses; providing counseling; collaborating with diagnostic teams; coordinating intake procedures; assisting with outreach evaluations; connecting with community resources;

and consulting with staff and parents/caregivers regarding student needs.

This position is in the classification of School Psychologist – Senior. It is a 0.88 FTE and considered a full‑time school‑year position. Depending on qualifications, the salary will be between $30.00–$43.66 per hour (approximately $54,912–$79,950 per year, prorated for the 0.88 FTE). For current and eligible former State employees, compensation will be set in accordance with the State Compensation Plan effective at time of hire.

The position is eligible for an additional $1.00 per hour add‑on for fluency in American Sign Language (ASL). This position is in pay schedule 12, range 63. A one‑year probationary period will be required. The position offers excellent benefits. The State of Wisconsin is a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

• Candidate must be fluent in American Sign Language (ASL) upon hire. An American Sign Language Proficiency Interview (ASLPI) rating level of at least 3+ by the end of probation is required.
• Candidates must be licensed or eligible for licensure as a School Psychologist (61 or 62) with the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction. In order to be eligible for this licensure, a candidate must meet all of the requirements outlined by DPI, which includes holding a Master’s Degree in Psychology from an accredited university, college, or professional school.

• School Psychologist Licensure Information
• Pupil Services Licensing Pathways
• Application Directions for Pupil Service Professionals

Travel within the State of Wisconsin may be required approximately once per month during the school year. Reimbursement parameters for travel will be discussed during the interview process.

The position is headquartered at the WI School for the Deaf located at 309 West Walworth Avenue in Delavan, WI. Reimbursement for traveling to or from the employee’s headquarters is not provided. This position requires full‑time, in‑person presence at the headquartered location during the school year.

• A criminal background check will be conducted prior to an offer of hire.
• A TB screen will be required prior to start.

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in the United States (i.e., a citizen or national of the U.S., without DPI sponsorship). The Department of Public Instruction does not sponsor visas, either at time of hire or at any later time.

Please address the following in your resume or supporting documentation:

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