School Psychologist (Certified) (School Services)
Spanaway, Washington
Bethel School District

School Psychologist

Location: Spanaway, Washington Specialty: Schools/Education Employment Type: Travel/Contract Setting: In-person school psychologist Start Date: ASAP End Date: End of 2026-27 school year Contract Length: 28 weeks

Schedule and Caseload

• Shift: Day (5 x 7.5 hours), 8:00 to 14:30
• Hours: 37.5 hours per week
• Caseload: To be determined
• Student Population: Elementary (K-5)
• Schools Covered: 2 elementary schools

Required Qualifications

• Valid School Services (School Psychologist (Certified)) license in Washington

Background and Clearances

• Criminal background check within 1 year of start, updated annually, covering the last 7 years of locations lived, worked, or attended school
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 1 year of start, updated annually
• Washington OSPI fingerprint clearance within 12 months of start (completed by the candidate through OSPI)
• Washington State Patrol search within 12 months of start

Compliance and Training

• Mandatory Reporter training (required for all candidates; 1-year expiration)
• FERPA signature, updated annually
• Safe Schools Training, required annually (3-4 hours)
• Orientation Safety Manual acknowledgment, updated annually

Onboarding

• Complete the district's new employee packet, including a valid photo ID, Social Security card, and transcripts
• Attend new employee orientation (onsite candidates: in person, offered twice a month; virtual candidates: virtual)
• Returning candidates do not repeat the packet or orientation, but must complete Safe Schools Training again

Health Requirements (Conditional)

• Physical exam, TB questionnaire, drug testing, and vaccination records (measles, mumps, rubella, hepatitis B, varicella, flu) are required only if the client or state requires them.
• TB questionnaire is also required if the candidate has a past positive TB result and must be updated annually.