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School Psychologist- fulltime- In Person Required

Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District
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Nov 04, 2026
Student Support Services Full time

Position Title: School Psychologist

 

Department: Special Services

 

Reports To: Director of Special Education

 

Employer: Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District (KGBSD)

 

Location: Ketchikan, Alaska

 

Employment Status: Full-Time / Exempt (School Year Contract)

 

Position Overview

The School Psychologist provides comprehensive psychological evaluations, behavioral assessments, and mental health interventions for K–12 students in the Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District. Serving as a key member of multidisciplinary Special Education and school-based teams, the School Psychologist leads psychoeducational evaluations, supports Individualized Education Program (IEP) and Section 504 plan development, designs crisis intervention strategies, and consults with educators and families to foster positive learning environments and academic success.

 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

  • Evaluations & Diagnosis: Administer, interpret, and synthesize psychoeducational assessments to evaluate cognitive abilities, academic achievement, adaptive behavior, emotional/behavioral functioning, and processing disorders.

  • IEP & 504 Compliance: Support/lead as necessary with eligibility determination meetings, draft comprehensive evaluation reports, and collaborate with teams to develop measurable behavioral and social-emotional IEP goals and 504 accommodations in compliance with IDEA and Alaska Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) standards.

  • Behavioral & Mental Health Interventions: Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and design positive Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs). Provide direct individual and small-group counseling and social-skills training using evidence-based practices.

  • Medicaid Billing & Documentation: Maintain accurate, timely assessment reports, session notes, and progress metrics within the district's electronic tracking system to ensure compliance for School-Based Medicaid reimbursement where applicable.

  • Crisis Prevention & Response: Serve on school safety and crisis response teams, providing threat assessments, suicide risk assessments, and immediate psychological support during critical incidents.

  • MTSS/RTI & Early Intervention: Consult with general and special education staff on academic, behavioral, and tier-level interventions within Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) frameworks.

  • Collaboration & Community Linkages: Consult with teachers, administrators, and parents to support student mental health and social-emotional wellbeing. Facilitate referrals to community mental health and medical providers when needed.

Key Qualifications & Requirements

  • Education: Master’s, Specialist (Ed.S.), or Doctoral degree (Ph.D./Psy.D.) in School Psychology from a NASP-accredited program.

  • National Credential: Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) credential preferred.

  • Alaska DEED Type C Special Services Certificate

 

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

  • Daily duties occur across district elementary, middle, and high school facilities.

  • Requires the ability to travel between school sites, manage sensitive student situations, and respond promptly during behavioral or mental health crisis situations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

  • Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance  instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak  effectively before parents, staff and students. 

  • Mathematical Skill: Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers,  common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar  graphs. 

  • Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written,  oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. 

  • Problem Solving: Can identify and resolve problems in a timely manner. Works well in group problem solving  situations. Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.  

  • Student Service: Manages difficult or emotional situations in a positive manner. Responds promptly to student  needs. Responds to requests for service and assistance and meets commitments.  

  • Interpersonal Skills: Focuses on solving conflict and not blaming. Maintains confidentiality. Listen to others  without interrupting. Keeps emotions under control and remains open to other ideas and tries new things. 

  • Teamwork: Contributes to building a positive work environment.  

  • Diversity: Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences and promotes a harassment-free environment.  

  • Ethics: Treats people with respect, keeps commitments and inspires the trust of others. Works with integrity and  ethics.  

  • Judgment: Exhibits sound and accurate judgment and includes appropriate people in the decision-making process.  Planning/Organizing: Uses time efficiently. 

  • Professionalism: Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure and treats others with  respect and consideration regardless of their status or position. Accepts responsibility for their own actions.  

  • Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and looks for ways to improve and promote quality. 

  • Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures. Reports potentially unsafe conditions and uses  equipment and materials properly.  

  • Attendance and punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time. 

  • Dependability: Follows instructions, responds to management directions and takes responsibility for own actions.  Keeps commitments.  

  • Other Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated ability to operate computers and related software. Ability to perform  duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. 

  • Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and talk  or hear and sometimes walk and sit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally  push or lift up to 50 lbs. such as boxes of books and AV/VCR carts. Specific vision abilities required by this job  include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, and the ability to adjust focus. The position  requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff. 

 

Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District is an equal opportunity employer.

Accepting International Visa Applicants?

No

Start Date

Jan 04, 2027
About
The Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District is known for its strong commitment to providing quality education in a beautiful and unique southeast island Alaskan setting. With a focus on fostering a supportive learning environment, the district emphasizes student engagement and community involvement. 
 
Teachers often go above and beyond to inspire students, offering personalized support and innovative teaching methods. The district also takes pride in its diverse extracurricular activities, which allow students to explore their interests, from sports to arts and culture. 
 
Additionally, the close-knit community values education and works collaboratively to enhance the learning experience, making Ketchikan Gateway Borough School District a remarkable place for students to grow academically and personally.
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