School Psychologist

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

Job summary

A public school district in Smithfield, North Carolina is hiring a School Psychologist for a full-time position. The role involves assessing student needs, providing counseling, and collaborating with educators and parents to enhance student development. Candidates must hold a degree in school psychology and comply with professional standards. The job provides a collaborative work environment, detailed responsibilities, and supports student achievement.

Qualifications

• Degree or higher in school psychology from an accredited college/university.
• Good knowledge of educational guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess characteristics and needs of students.
• Conduct assessments and provide consultations to enhance student learning.
• Deliver coordinated psychological services and counseling.

Skills

Educational guidelines knowledge

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Degree in school psychology

Job description

School Psychologist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5655035

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 17, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position: School Psychologist

Location: CIA/Exceptional Children

Salary: State Salary Schedule

Term of Employment: 10 Months

Reports To: Executive Director of Exceptional Children Programs

Qualifications and Attributes:

• Degree or higher in school psychology from an accredited college/university.
• Good knowledge of educational guidelines.

Responsibilities:

• Identifies and assesses the learning, development, and adjustment characteristics and needs of individuals and groups, as well as the environmental factors that affect learning and adjustment. Uses assessment data about the student and his/her environment(s) in developing appropriate interventions and programs.
• Conducts assessments of students.
• Provide consultation to parents, teachers, other school personnel, and community agencies to enhance the learning and adjustment of students.
• Provides counseling services to students when appropriate.
• Assists in the planning, development, and evaluation of programs to meet identified learning and adjustment needs of students.
• Delivers a planned and coordinated program of psychological services.
• Applies ethics and standards of professional practice in the delivery of school psychological services and observes relevant laws and policies that govern practice.
• Participates in professional organizations and continually seeks to improve professional knowledge and skill.
• Communicates effectively in written and oral forms.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with parents, teachers, students, peers, and administrators.
• Participate with Johnston County Public Schools Medicaid Billing Program for eligible Medicaid students, including participation in the Random Moment Time Studies for Medicaid Reimbursable services.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Adheres to timelines established by Policies.
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent, Director, or designee.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to communicate orally and in writing with parents, staff, and community leaders.
• Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, kneeling, sitting, walking, stooping, reaching, lifting, pushing, pulling, talking, seeing, hearing, and repetitive motion.

Special Requirements:

• Must possess a valid North Carolina driver’s license.
• Strong interpersonal relationships with students, staff and parents.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral forms.
• Ability to develop and compile a variety of records and reports.

Johnston County Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in the employment or promotion of employees on the basis of gender, race, religion, age, national origin or disability.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Student Services > Psychologist