School Psychologist - Promising Student Program (PSP)

Young World Physical Education; Beaufort (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Beaufort County School District is seeking a School Psychologist for the Promising Student Program (PSP) in Beaufort, SC. The role focuses on promoting academic, social, emotional, and behavioral well‑being through comprehensive psychological services, assessments, and collaboration with educators and families.

The position emphasizes data‑driven practices, crisis intervention, counseling, and staff training to ensure equitable access to resources and support for students.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid South Carolina teaching certificate or be eligible to obtain one within 60 days.
• A Master’s or Doctoral degree in School Psychology.

Responsibilities

• Participate in RTI/MTSS meetings and assist with intervention plans and data collection.
• Contribute to school PBIS initiatives, develop classroom strategies, and assist with FBA/BIP procedures.
• Support the Referral/Evaluation Planning process and develop evaluation plans with due process explanations.
• Conduct psychological evaluations within a 60-day timeline and share results with the caseload manager within 45 days.
• Assist with Reevaluation timelines and coordination with case managers.
• Contribute to Section 504 plan development and accommodations.
• Provide individual and group counseling and document progress and session dates.
• Maintain data and reports, including evaluation spreadsheets and activity logs.
• Attend staff meetings, trainings, and set professional goals.

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in School Psychology

SC teaching certificate or eligibility within 60 days

Job description

School Psychologist - Promising Student Program (PSP)

Beaufort County School District DISTRICT OFFICE - Beaufort, South Carolina Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in CERRA-SC

Job Details

Job ID: 5831303

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 14, 2026 1:08 PM (UTC)

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE: The School Psychologist plays a crucial role in promoting the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral well‑being of students by providing comprehensive psychological services within the school environment. This position is dedicated to identifying students’ unique needs through assessments and evaluations, developing individualized intervention plans, and collaborating closely with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to support student success. The School Psychologist also contributes to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning atmosphere by delivering crisis intervention, counseling, and staff training. Through data‑driven practices and culturally responsive approaches, this role ensures that all students have equitable access to the resources and support necessary to thrive academically and personally.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participate in school‑based intervention (RTI/MTSS) meetings, including consultation services for students in need of academic and behavioral intervention, assistance with developing intervention plans, and assisting with goal setting and data collection.
• Participate in the school‑based behavior intervention process(es), including providing consultation services/collaboration with the school PBIS team and teachers to develop positive classroom management strategies; collaborating with teachers/staff to develop and maintain positive behavior interventions; completing FBA/BIP procedures for students with significant behavioral problems; and assisting with data collection and progress monitoring.
• Participate in the Referral/Evaluation Planning process for students suspected of having a disability, including developing appropriate evaluation plans, explaining due process rights to parents/guardians, and making recommendations on ways to assist a student referred for an evaluation.
• Conduct psychological evaluations of students referred for evaluations, completing evaluations within a timely manner (adhering to a 60‑day timeline), providing results to team members in a timely manner (results to caseload manager within 45 days), and scheduling the Eligibility Determination meeting at the Referral/Evaluation Planning meeting.
• Participate in the Reevaluation process, monitoring timelines and scheduling meetings in consultation with case managers and completing reevaluation assessments before the reevaluation due date.
• Assist with the development and monitoring of Section 504 plans, attending all Initial Eligibility meetings and assisting with evaluation, eligibility, and developing/identifying appropriate accommodations.
• Conduct individual and/or group counseling for students demonstrating difficulties, supporting IEP teams in identifying students who need counseling with goal writing and progress monitoring, providing documentation of parental permission for counseling, and documenting goals, progress, and session dates/times.
• Collect, compile, and maintain appropriate data for the completion of required reports, maintaining an evaluation spreadsheet and activity log.
• Participate in staff meetings and training activities.
• Develop professional goals to aid in keeping abreast of new developments in the field.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Director of Special Education, Student Services Officer, Superintendent, or other district office administrator as designated by the Superintendent.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have a valid South Carolina teaching certificate or be able to obtain one within 60 days of being hired.
• A Master’s or Doctoral degree in School Psychology.

EXPERIENCE:

• Must have completed a program of study in School Psychology from an accredited college or university.

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 along with the ability to focus vision.
• Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as 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.

WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS

• Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds.
• Demonstrate professionalism and 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.
• As an employee of Beaufort County School District, I am to adhere to confidentiality as directed by Federal, State and Local Laws/Regulations; and in accordance with district administrative rules as it pertains to sensitive information, employee information and student information. Failure to adhere to confidentiality may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination of employment.

REPORTS TO: Director of Special Education

DAYS PER YEAR: 190

SALARY CLASSIFICATION: Paid on the Certified Personnel Salary Schedule

EMPLOYEE GROUP: Certified

APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Must apply online by completing a "Certified" application and adding this specific job to your online application.

FLSA STATUS: Exempt

THE BEAUFORT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Position Type: Full‑time

Job Categories: Student Services > Psychologist

Contact Information

• Sonji Leach
• 2900 Mink Point Blvd.
• Beaufort, South Carolina 29901
• Phone: (843) 322‑0785
• Email: [e-mail]