POSITION SUMMARYAs a School Psychologist, you conduct comprehensive psychoeducational and developmental evaluations; provide crisis intervention and mental health consultation; contribute to school safety and threat assessment; support special education and RTI initiatives; and partner with families and educators to promote student resilience, academic achievement, and social-emotional well-being.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES- Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations including cognitive, academic, behavioral, and social-emotional assessment using standardized and informal tools
>- Interpret assessment data, synthesize findings, and generate clear, actionable diagnostic reports and recommendations for educators and families
>- Provide counseling and crisis intervention to students experiencing mental health emergencies, trauma, suicidality, or behavioral escalation
>- Collaborate on special education evaluations, IEP development, and eligibility determination under IDEA and Section 504
>- Provide consultation to teachers and administrators on evidence-based classroom management, positive behavioral support, and learning environment design
>- Participate in threat assessment, crisis team planning, and school safety initiatives
>- Support RTI/MTSS implementation and contribute to school-wide assessment and progress monitoring systems
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RequirementsREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS- Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in School Psychology from a NASP-approved program, or Doctoral degree (Ph.D./Psy.D.) in School Psychology or Clinical Psychology
>- National Certification in School Psychology (NCSP) or eligible to obtain
>- Valid, unrestricted state licensure/certification as a School Psychologist
>- Current CPR certification
>- Proof of immunization status and background check clearance per school district requirements
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PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- 2+ years of school-based school psychology experience
>- Experience with advanced cognitive and academic assessment tools (Woodcock-Johnson, Stanford-Binet, WISC, CELF, KTEA)
>- Training in suicide risk assessment and crisis intervention
>- Knowledge of trauma-informed care and cultural competency in assessment
>- Experience with RTI/MTSS and data-driven decision-making
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$112,000 - $120,000 a year
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS- Competitive W-2 salary: $112,000-$120,000 based on credentials, experience, and location
>- Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) effective your first day
>- 401(k) with company match
>- 10 days PTO + paid sick leave
>- Professional development stipend ($1,500 annually) for CEUs, conferences, and certifications
>- $2,000 sign-on bonus (paid at 90 days)
>- $1,000 semester retention bonus per semester completed
>- NCSP or state licensure/certification dues and state licensure fees fully reimbursed
>- Malpractice and professional liability coverage provided by Thrive
>- No non-compete clause - we earn your loyalty by being a place worth staying
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