School Psychologist (2026-2027 SY), Exceptional Student Education

About the role

Position Title: School Psychologist Division: Family & Student Support Services Reports To: Director of Psychological Services FLSA Status: Exempt Salary Schedule: School Psychologist Work Days: 210   Essential Duties: Participate in a Multi-Tiered System of Supports/Student Support Teams. Collaborate and consult with staff, parents, and/or students to analyze, adapt, and monitor interventions to meet the learning, behavioral, and/or social-emotional needs of students. Select, administer, and interpret psychological and/or psychoeducational assessments given to various students referred for a comprehensive evaluation. Conduct student observations in classrooms and unstructured settings as needed as part of evaluations and to provide  staff consultation. Write psychoeducational reports that adhere to local guidelines. Efficiently communicate assessment results to parents and school teams through written reports and verbal explanations of the student’s performance. Serve on the eligibility team by attending meetings, discussing evaluation findings with team members, and making appropriate recommendations. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all special education eligibility categories. Demonstrate knowledge of local, state, and federal legal requirements and policies governing special education and/or Section 504. Manage and maintain caseload to meet legal timelines. Provide professional development to staff and parents to promote effective student social, emotional, behavioral, and academic outcomes. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.   Qualifications: Hold or be eligible for a minimum of an S-6 (Specialist) level, or equivalent degree hours Hold or be eligible for a Georgia Educator Service Certificate in School Psychology, and/or credentials required by the school district. Ability to maintain highly confidential information professionally. Ability to work well with students, parents, staff, and the community. High integrity, excellent character, and good professional reputation. Must abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators. Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work. Must perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting. Must perform routine physical activities such as bending and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds. Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communications are essential factors in performing required tasks.