Remote Senior Educational Psychologist - Academic Support

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Annual leave

Professional development

Retirement plan

Performance bonuses

Digital tools

International team

Pioneering education

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Educational Psychologist for a fully remote role with a leading online learning platform dedicated to academic excellence. You will lead remote psycho-educational assessments, devise personalized intervention plans, and support learners across elementary through higher education, applying evidence-based techniques in a dynamic digital learning environment.

Collaboration with online educators, counselors, and technical teams will be essential to integrate

Qualifications

• 7+ years of post-qualification experience in educational psychology
• Experience conducting remote assessments and online counseling
• Expertise in learning disabilities and developmental disorders
• Strong analytical, reporting and communication skills
• Familiarity with online learning environments and tele-therapy

Responsibilities

• Provide remote psycho-educational assessments and consultations
• Develop and implement tailored intervention strategies
• Offer counseling and support for online learners
• Collaborate with educators and instructional designers to integrate psychology into course design
• Create resources and workshops on study habits, stress management and cognitive enhancement
• Monitor progress and maintain case notes
• Communicate with parents/guardians for support guidance
• Stay updated with research and best practices in online psychology

Skills

Remote assessments

Tele-therapy

Assessment report writing

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Doctoral degree in Educational Psychology

HPCSA registration as Educational Psychologist

Tools

Video conferencing platforms

Job description

About the Role Our client, a prominent online learning platform dedicated to academic excellence, is seeking a highly qualified and experienced Senior Educational Psychologist to join their remote team. This position focuses on providing advanced academic support and psychological interventions to learners across various educational levels. The successful candidate will be instrumental in developing strategies to enhance learning, address learning difficulties, and promote the overall well‑being of students engaging with digital educational content. This fully remote role offers the flexibility to work from any location, contributing to a dynamic and innovative online educational environment. We are looking for a compassionate professional with a strong understanding of learning processes, assessment, and intervention techniques applicable in a virtual setting. The Senior Educational Psychologist will collaborate with educators, counselors, and technical teams to create an optimal learning experience for all users. This is a significant opportunity to shape academic support within the digital education sphere.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide remote psycho-educational assessments and consultations to identify learning barriers and strengths.
• Develop and implement tailored intervention strategies to support students with academic challenges, learning disabilities, and behavioral issues.
• Offer counseling and support services to students navigating the demands of online learning.
• Collaborate with online educators and instructional designers to integrate psychological principles into course design and delivery.
• Develop resources and workshops for students and educators on topics such as effective study habits, stress management, and cognitive enhancement.
• Monitor student progress and adjust support strategies as needed, maintaining comprehensive case notes.
• Liaise with parents or guardians to provide insights and guidance on supporting student learning and well‑being.
• Stay abreast of current research and best practices in educational psychology, online learning, and mental health support.
• Contribute to the development of policies and procedures related to student support services in a remote learning environment.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team of professionals to ensure holistic student support.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Educational Psychology from an accredited institution.
• Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) as an Educational Psychologist.
• A minimum of 7 years of post-qualification experience in educational psychology, with a significant portion focused on academic support.
• Proven experience in conducting remote assessments and providing tele-therapy or online counseling.
• Expertise in diagnosing and intervening with a wide range of learning disabilities and developmental disorders.
• Strong understanding of online learning environments and the unique challenges they present.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report‑writing skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, adapted for remote interaction.
• Proficiency in using video conferencing tools and digital platforms for service delivery.
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice and client confidentiality in a remote setting.

Benefits

• A highly competitive annual salary of ZAR.
• Full remote work arrangement, offering exceptional work-life balance and flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance coverage.
• Generous annual leave allowance and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for continuous professional development, including access to online courses and virtual conferences.
• Contribution to a retirement fund.
• Performance-based bonuses and annual reviews.
• Access to cutting-edge digital tools and resources for remote work.
• A supportive and collaborative international team environment.
• Opportunity to pioneer academic support in the rapidly growing field of online education.