About this role
Effective Practice Specialist - School Psychology JOB DESCRIPTION LINK Your school psychology experience can impact more than your own caseload. In the Effective Practice Specialist role with Special School District (SSD), you will use that expertise to guide and support school psychologists serving students across St. Louis County. As a resource, coach, and thought partner, you will help staff strengthen their practice, work through complex situations, and continue developing professionally. You will also collaborate with administrators and school teams to support consistent practices and meet special education evaluation requirements. Your work will help build the knowledge and confidence of other professionals while strengthening the services students and families receive. EPS staff work in SSD's Central Office, 12110 Clayton Rd., Town & Country, MO, from 8 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Education and Experience
• Graduate degree at the specialist level (e.g., Ed.S.) in school psychology required
• 3 years of experience as a school psychologist required
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
• Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education certification in school psychology required
Salary
• $90,000/year based on education and experience
Calendar
• 12-month
Benefits
• Group benefit plans for medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Enrollment in Missouri Public School Retirement Systems
• Paid holidays
• 15 PTO days per year
• 20 vacation days accrued annually
• Employee assistance program
• Healthcare spending account
Posting open until: 09/28/2026 Special School District serves nearly 25,000 students and employs over 5,700 staff in St. Louis County. With core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration, the District's mission is to support and empower students of all learning abilities to excel to their greatest potential. SSD staff thrive in a culture deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff at 314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966.