Delaware · Career guide
How to become a School Psychologist in Delaware
School psychologists conduct psychoeducational evaluations, support IEP eligibility determinations, provide individual and group counseling, and coordinate multi-tiered systems of support. The role typically requires an Ed.S. (60-graduate-credit specialist degree) and is one of the most acute shortage areas in the country — districts routinely contract out psych services because they can't hire enough W-2 staff.
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Certification path in Delaware
- Earn a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. Most candidates complete a teacher-preparation program either as part of their undergraduate studies or as a post-baccalaureate add-on.
- Pass the required exams. Delaware typically requires:
- Praxis Core Academic Skills (or qualifying SAT/ACT/GRE scores) — Basic reading, writing, and mathematics
- Praxis Subject Assessments — Content knowledge for your certification area
- edTPA — Performance assessment during student teaching
School psychology requires an Ed.S. (60-credit specialist) or a related master's + internship + national certification (NCSP) recognized by most states.
- Apply for your initial license through Delaware Department of Education. The packet typically includes official transcripts, exam scores, a background check, and (depending on the state) a recommendation from the teacher-prep program. Visit Delaware Department of Education →
- Job-search in Delaware. We'll track school psychology openings as districts post them; set up an alert to be notified immediately when new positions go live.
Alternative pathways in Delaware
If you didn't follow the traditional university-route, Delaware offers these alternate paths that may apply to your situation:
- Alternate Route to Certification (ARC): For career changers with bachelor's degrees in relevant fields
- Troops to Teachers: Support for military veterans
- Delaware Center for Teacher Education partnerships
Delaware salary context
Average teacher salary in Delaware: $66,533/year (rank #18 nationally). Entry-level pay with a bachelor's typically starts at $42,000/year.
Role-specific premiums vary by district — special education, STEM, and bilingual roles frequently command signing bonuses or stipends. See the full Delaware salary guide for the breakdown.