School Psychologist

PETERSBURG CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Petersburg City Public Schools in Petersburg, VA is seeking a School Psychologist to provide psychoeducational evaluations, eligibility determinations, and collaborative supports for students' academic and social-emotional needs.

The role involves conducting assessments, reporting findings, participating in IEP and eligibility meetings, and coordinating with teachers and families while maintaining comprehensive documentation in line with district and state requirements.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in school psychology from an accredited program.
• Eligibility for Virginia PPST license or possession of Virginia credentials.
• Experience with psychoeducational assessments and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychoeducational evaluations and reevaluations for students
• Prepare written reports to support eligibility determinations
• Participate in eligibility meetings, IEPs, and MTSS processes
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families on interventions
• Assist with functional behavioral assessments and behavior supports
• Maintain documentation in compliance with district/state requirements
• Support crisis response and threat assessment as assigned
• Perform other duties as directed by the Director of Special Education

Skills

Psychoeducational assessment

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Written & oral communication

Timeline management

Education

Master's degree in school psychology

Virginia Pupil Personnel Services license or eligibility

Tools

Assessment instruments

Job description

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Petersburg City Public Schools

• Date Posted:9/3/2026
• Location:District Wide

Job Title: School Psychologist Salary Range: $74,934-$139,653Supervisor: Director of Special Education Job Classification: ExemptContract Length: 12 months (260 days)

Job Summary The School Psychologist provides evaluation, consultation, and problem-solving services to support students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral functioning. This position supports the implementation of special education services by conducting psychoeducational assessments, participating in eligibility and IEP processes, and collaborating with school-based teams to develop appropriate interventions and supports.

• Conduct psychoeducational evaluations, reevaluations, and other assessments for students referred through the special education process.
• Interpret evaluation data and prepare written reports to support eligibility determinations and educational planning.
• Participate in eligibility meetings, IEP meetings, manifestation determination reviews, and other student support meetings.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, related service providers, and families regarding student needs and appropriate interventions.
• Assist with functional behavioral assessments, behavior intervention planning, and recommendations for instructional and behavioral supports.
• Support school teams in addressing academic, behavioral, social, and emotional concerns through consultation and problem-solving.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary evaluation processes involving students considered for special education services and Section 504 supports, as appropriate.
• Maintain documentation, records, and reports in accordance with division, state, and federal requirements.
• Participate in crisis response and threat assessment processes, as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education.

Job Specifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Knowledge of psychoeducational assessment practices and interpretation of evaluation data.
• Knowledge of special education laws, regulations, and procedural requirements.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, families, and school staff.
• Ability to communicate assessment findings clearly in written and oral form.
• Ability to manage timelines and complete required documentation accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to support prevention, intervention, and problem-solving practices across school settings.
• Knowledge of special education procedures, evaluation requirements, and student support practices.
• Experience supporting special education evaluations, reevaluations, and multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience with behavioral intervention planning, MTSS, and consultation practices.
• Strong written communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree or higher in school psychology from an accredited institution.
• Experience: Experience in psychoeducational assessment, report writing, and consultation in school-based settings.
• Experience: Experience working in a Pre-K-12 public school division.
• Certification and Licensure: Eligibility for or possession of a Virginia Pupil Personnel Services license with an endorsement as a school psychologist, or other appropriate Virginia credential required for the position.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time; exhibit manual dexterity to dial a telephone, to enter data into a computer; to see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels, outdoors and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in normal classrooms, outdoors and on the telephone; physical agility to lift up to 25 pounds; to bend, stoop, climb stairs, and reach overhead. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a school or office environment The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.