School Psychologist (Certified)
Plaistow, NH
American Medical Staffing
5x8 hrs
$64-68/hourOverview
- Start Date08/25/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Duration42 weeks
- SettingSchool
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
We’re living in the new normal. Lives and careers look different today. So why shouldn’t you have a role that delivers excitement, fewer restrictions, and brings you closer to loved ones? At American Medical Staffing (AMS), we believe in supporting the pioneers who embody the sense of adventure each new placement brings, and we’re looking for a dedicated School Psychologist for a contract assignment for the 2026–2027 school year.
Job Overview
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Job Title: School Psychologist
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Location: Plaistow, New Hampshire
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Setting: School-Based (Pre-K through 12, depending on assignment)
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Pay Rate: Up to $58.00 / hour (Pay based on experience)
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Schedule: Monday–Friday (no weekends, no holidays, no call)
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Hours: 37.5 hours/week (based on school bell hours)
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Contract Length: Full Academic School Year (approx. 36–42 weeks depending on district calendar)
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Candidate Type: Local and traveler friendly (Travel reimbursement/stipends available for eligible candidates)
Requirements
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Valid New Hampshire School Psychologist certification issued by the NH Department of Education (or eligibility to obtain prior to the school year start).
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Master’s, Specialist (Ed.S.), or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from an accredited program.
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Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) credential is highly preferred.
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Previous experience conducting psychoeducational assessments, leading evaluation meetings, and writing IEP components is a plus.
Responsibilities
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Conduct comprehensive psychological and educational evaluations to determine eligibility for special education services, analyzing cognitive, academic, and socio-emotional functioning.
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Interpret evaluation results and present findings clearly during IEP and 504 meetings with families, teachers, and administrators.
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Collaborate closely with school staff to design, implement, and monitor evidence-based academic and behavioral interventions (including Functional Behavioral Assessments [FBAs] and Behavior Intervention Plans [BIPs]).
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Provide short-term individual or group counseling and crisis intervention services to support students' mental health and academic success.
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Consult with educators, parents, and multidisciplinary teams to foster positive classroom environments and support student learning strategies.
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Maintain accurate, compliant documentation in strict accordance with New Hampshire state regulations and district procedures.
Why Choose American Medical Staffing?
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Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans
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Wellness PTO: Build 1 or 2 weeks of paid time off directly into your contract.
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Loyalty Program: Earn financial incentives automatically based on hours worked.
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Referral Program: $500 for you and $500 for each referral after 450 hours—no limits!
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Hotel Discounts: Save up to 60% through our partnership with Hotel Engine.
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Working Advantage: Exclusive discounts on retail, entertainment, and travel.
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Retirement Plans: 401(k) options available after 90 days.
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Compliance & Credentialing Support: We handle the administrative logistics.
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Mentoring & Support: Direct guidance from professionals who understand the nuances of the school setting.
Apply Now
Apply now to secure your placement for the 2026–2027 school year and make a lasting impact on the mental health, well-being, and academic development of students throughout the school year.
American Medical Staffing is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or any other non-merit factor.
Employer
American Medical Staffing
9 nurses recommend working with American Medical Staffing
American Medical Staffing is a staffing agency headquartered in Baltimore, MD. Our goal is to CREATE an extraordinary experience for our health care professionals. Our roots are nurse owned and operated so we know what clinicians want - lots of options, a smooth and informed placement process, competitive and accurate pay, great customer service and responsiveness to requests, and advocacy when there is an issue. When AMS was founded in 2001, we started our company with a mission to be a better agency than our competitors. We have always put a heavy emphasis into what is best for our employees, not necessarily just our clients or our company. You are not an expense as you may be to a hospital; you are an asset. We take employee advocacy seriously; you are not just a number to us. The end result is that you don`t work for us; we work for you. Since starting in Baltimore, MD, we continue to grow throughout the country. Check out our industry leading reviews on Google and Indeed to see how much our clinicians enjoy working with us!
· Benefits:
AMS offers an array of benefits for any employee working 30 hours or more! Those eligible employees who choose to participate will pay the premiums with deductions from their pre-tax earnings.
We offer a complete benefits package including Health Insurance, 401K with up to 2% match, Life, Vision, and Dental.
From health and wellness support, financial or legal needs, or help with life's everyday challenges, our Employee Assistance Program provides you with resources, services and discounts to help you manage your unique concerns and save time, energy and money.
We also offer additional Employee Perks that you can enjoy as an AMS employee:
- Scrubin – Uniform Discounts
- Working Advantage – unlimited access to thousands of exclusive discounts and special offers nationwide for theme parks, shows, tours, attractions, sports, concerts, hotels, rental cars, retail gift cards, movie tickets and much more
- Hotel Engine - Save up to 60% when booking hotel rooms, with access to more than 700,000 deeply discounted hotels worldwide.
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Wellness Program, including fitness, nutrition and financial wellness
- Betterhelp - 1 month of free therapy, followed by a discounted rate for our Healthcare Professionals and their family members.
- Win Win Referral Bonus - $500 for you, and $500 for them!