School Psychologist

School Psychologist JobID: 6419 Position Type: Special Services/School Psychologist Date Posted: 7/6/2026 Location: Special Services Date Available: 08/03/2026 Closing Date: 07/21/2026 Additional Information: Show/Hide ================================================================================================== Position Title: Psychologist Department: Special Services Reports To: Director of Special Services FLSA Status: Exempt ================================================================================================== QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in school psychology or related area of discipline; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Valid South Carolina School Psychologist Professional Certification (formerly School Psychologist Level II or III) or School Psychology Internship Certificate (formally School Psychologist I) Must have current government issued identification TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: 8 Hours/205 Days Certified Salary Scale The terms of employment detailed in this job description are based on full time employment during the school year. Conditions of employment adjusted for part time employees or individuals who are hired for less than an entire school year. GENERAL SUMMARY: Under general supervision, evaluates needs of children within the school system. Assists with delivery of programs to enable children to attain maximum achievement and adjustment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Supports and upholds the mission, vision and strategic goals of Lexington County School District One towards increased outcomes for students. Interacts, communicates and collaborates with all stakeholders effectively. Establishes a safe, supportive, positive and productive working and learning environment. Operates general office and technology equipment needed for daily activities. Maintains confidentiality regarding all employee and student information. Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required. Requests and maintains materials needed for daily responsibilities and essential functions; provides for safe storage and proper use of all tools, equipment and materials. Conducts psychoeducational evaluations to identify child's needs, limitations, and potentials as required by state and federal regulations; reviews school records, consults with parents and school personnel; interprets and writes results of psychological tests as a psychological report. Counsels students individually and in groups using various techniques and methods to assist students to achieve personal, social, and emotional adjustment. Advises teachers and other school personnel on methods to enhance school and classroom atmosphere to provide a positive educational environment. Consults with parents, school personnel, and district personnel regarding methods and techniques of appropriate interventions for academic and/or behavior problems. Serves as a member of the placement committee for special education students. Contacts and consults works with appropriate agencies, psychiatrists, private psychologists, physicians and others involved in the educational process of students. Participates in leading professional learning activities. Serves as consultant for crisis intervention activities. Serves as a member of the student intervention teams, RtI teams, 504 teams, and IEP teams in the schools to which they are assigned. Refers students and their families to special programs, specialists and community agencies when appropriate. Meets with parents, teachers, and administrators as needed to discuss student performance, activities, problems, etc. Supervises activities of assigned psychology intern and practicum students. Prepares various records and forms such as psychological reports, clinical notes, Medicaid forms, etc. Participates in all professional meetings and training sessions as required. Selects, requests, and mai…