Psychology Intern

Young World Physical Education; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a Psychology Intern in Beaufort, South Carolina. The role involves working with educational teams to apply psychological principles to improve student outcomes. Responsibilities include consulting with educators and producing assessment reports.

Candidates must be currently enrolled in a School Psychology program and expected to graduate with a Master’s degree. This full-time position requires effective communication and counseling skills. Join us to make a positive impact on students' learning and adjustment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a program of School Psychology with the expectation of graduating with at least a Master's degree.
• Ability to be certified in School Psychology.
• Use of psychological methods for measuring learning and behavior.

Responsibilities

• Complete the Intern Preparation Program with all competencies attained.
• Consult with educators and parents regarding specific cases.
• Produce reports reflecting educational assessments.

Skills

Communication Skills

Counseling Techniques

Team Collaboration

Behavior Management

Education

Currently enrolled in School Psychology program

Job description

Psychology Intern

Beaufort County School District STUDENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT - Beaufort, South Carolina

Position Purpose

To function as a member of the total educational team and bring specialized knowledge and skills related to learning processes, techniques of assessment of learning and social adjustment, research design, and modification of behaviors.

Essential Functions

• Complete the Intern Preparation Program with all competencies attained.
• Consult with teachers, administrators, parents, and other personnel regarding specific cases in which assistance is requested (RTI, 504, IEP referrals) and attend meetings as required.
• Produce word‑processed reports within 60 days reflecting the results of measurements to aid in designing Individual Educational Plans for students.
• Interpret evaluation results and present findings to parents and IEP teams, including recommendations to address referral concerns.
• Counsel using psychological principles and techniques to improve communications, socialization, adjustment, adaptation, and achievement on a short‑term basis.
• Utilize learning theory and principles to assist teachers or parents with individual child and/or group behavior management.
• Attend and conduct in‑service trainings to further knowledge of relevant topics assigned to schools.
• Communicate with parents regarding programs and services available to meet students’ educational, health behavioral, and mental health needs.
• Perform assigned tasks in a timely, efficient, and high‑quality manner.
• Carry out any other responsibilities assigned by the Director of Special Education, internship supervisor, or their designee.
• Apply psychological methods, instruments, and techniques for measuring, understanding, and predicting learning and behavior in the school child.

Additional Duties

Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Director of Special Education.

Qualifications

Currently enrolled in a program of School Psychology, with the expectation of graduating with at least a Master’s degree and the ability to be certified in School Psychology.

Physical Demands

• Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job.
• Sit, stand, and walk for required periods of time.
• Speak and hear.
• Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception and focus vision.
• Communicate effectively in English using proper grammar and vocabulary; American Sign Language or Braille may also be acceptable forms of communication.
• Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls.

Workplace Expectations

• Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds.
• Demonstrate professionalism, appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean, and professional manner for the assignment and work setting.
• Have regular and punctual attendance.
• Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities.
• Adhere to confidentiality as directed by Federal, State, and Local Laws/Regulations; violation may result in disciplinary actions up to termination of employment.

Reports To

Director of Special Education

Days Per Year

190

Salary Classification

To Be Determined.

Employee Group

Certified

Position Type

Full‑time

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Beaufort County School District is an equal opportunity employer.