Psychologist, School / (26-27)

Young World Physical Education; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in North Carolina is seeking a School Psychologist to support students' mental health and learning. The role involves conducting evaluations, consulting with educators, and providing crisis intervention. Ideal candidates will have a Master’s and Education Specialist’s Degree in School Psychology and the ability to collaborate effectively with various stakeholders. The position is full-time, with competitive compensation and applicable licensing requirements.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of public school law, ethics, and standards of practice for School Psychology.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders in the school environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with all school stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Consult with teachers and administrators regarding specific students.
• Conduct comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations.
• Provide crisis intervention support for individual students.

Skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Collaboration

Education

Master’s Degree and Education Specialist’s Degree in School Psychology

6th year degree in School Psychology

Job description

Psychologist, School / (26-27)

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5526951


• Application Deadline: Aug 18, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)


• Posted: Feb 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)


• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

CMS school psychologists support students’ learning, social development, and mental and behavioral health using problem solving, assessment, data-based decision-making, and the delivery of evidenced-based interventions. School psychologists collaborate and consult with educators, families, and other professionals to help create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments for all students. School psychologists provide a comprehensive range of services as described in the current North Carolina Professional School Psychologist Standards.

Essential Duties

• Consults with teachers and administrators regarding specific students and/or groups of students.


• Works with various school teams to support multi-tiered systems of support for all students within their assigned schools.


• Interprets and utilizes data for the purpose of developing appropriate intervention plans for struggling learners within their schools.


• Conducts comprehensive psycho-educational evaluations that include but are not limited to the assessment of intellectual, developmental, academic, social/emotional and behavioral status.


• Conducts assessments and collects data by use of informal and non-standardized evaluation techniques.


• Counsels students individually and in small groups.


• Provides crisis intervention support for individual students and school communities when needed.


• Provides training for school staff members and parents on a wide variety of topics that impact student learning in school, including but not limited to child development and effective parenting practices.


• Assists parents in locating available educational and mental health resources in the community.


• Assists with school-wide initiatives to enhance students’ social-emotional and leadership skills.


• Maintains professional skills through attending relevant in-service trainings, reading current literature and professional memberships.


• Performs related duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Knowledge of public school law, ethics and standards of practice for School Psychology.


• Knowledge of the North Carolina Standard Course of Study (NCSOS).


• Knowledge of the MTSS framework and the Whole Child Model for providing educational supports for students.


• Ability to communicate effectively with all stakeholders in the school environment.


• Ability to use data to formulate recommendations and to assist in the decision-making process for students.


• Ability to be self-directed, responsible and complete work within prescribed timelines.


• Ability to work collaboratively with all school stakeholders.

Education and Experience

Minimum

• Master’s Degree and Education Specialist’s Degree in School Psychology


• 6th year degree in School Psychology

Desirable

• Knowledge and experience implementing evidence-based mental health interventions for students experiencing behavioral, social and emotional challenges in school.

Licensing / Certification Requirements

• DPI licensure.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Student Services > Psychologist

Contact Information

• CMS Staff


• 600 E. Fourth Street


• Fifth Floor


• Charlotte, North Carolina 28202


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]