School Psychology Intern (2026-27 school year)

Special Education and Exceptional Learners; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Roanoke City School District Special Education in Roanoke, Virginia offers a year-long School Psychology Internship for candidates nearing completion of a recognized graduate program in school psychology.

The internship provides supervision by staff school psychologists, over 1,200 hours, opportunities in assessments, counseling, crisis support, RTI collaboration, and professional development; salary is $25,000 with no benefits.

Qualifications

• Nearing completion of a recognized graduate program in school psychology.
• Ability to work under supervision in school psychology service delivery.
• Experience with mental health support, assessments, and consultation possible.

Responsibilities

• Participate in multi-disciplinary school-based teams.
• Assist with RtI intervention development and progress monitoring.
• Administer and interpret psychological assessments for diagnostic purposes.
• Provide individual and group counseling support.
• Provide consultations to parents and school staff.
• Support crisis intervention and safety planning.
• Develop and present professional development programs.

Job description

School Psychology Intern (2026-27 school year)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5385142

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 23, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Following the National Association of School Psychologist’s (NASP) Best Practice Guidelines for School Psychology Internships, RCPS offers a year-long, over 1,200 hour internship opportunity for candidates who are nearing completion of a recognized graduate program in school psychology.

School psychology interns will be offered the opportunity to demonstrate their ability to apply their training and to develop skills related to school psychology service delivery under the supervision of staff school psychologists.

Areas of possible experience through this internship include

• Participation is multi-disciplinary school based teams
• Consulting with RtI teams and assisting with the development of appropriate intervention strategies and progress monitoring of struggling students
• Administering and interpreting psychological assessments for diagnostic and disability identification purposes
• Providing mental health support through individual and group counseling programs
• Providing consultation to parents and school staff
• Supporting students, families, and school staff during crisis situations
• Promoting safe learning environments by participating on Crisis and Treat Assessment Teams
• Fostering relationships with student focused community agencies
• Participating in departmental meetings and projects
• Attending as well as developing and presenting professional development programs

This internship position receives a $25,000 annual salary, and does not include any benefits (no medical, dental, vision, retirement, sick or personal days).

RCPS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs and activities.

For inquiries regarding employment non-discrimination policies please contact Human Resources at 853-2502.

Position Type: Part-Time

Salary: $25,000 to $25,000 Per Year

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 201 Campbell Ave
• Roanoke, Virginia 24011
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]