School Psychologist Intern (2026-2027)

Spartanburg7 • Spartanburg, SC

7h

About The Position

School Psychologist Intern Qualifications Needs to have completed, at minimum, an academic program in the area of school psychology (except for the internship). General Responsibilities Under the direction of the Director of Special Education and supervision of the School Psychologist, provide direct services for assigned schools; assist in the intervention process as a member of the MTSS TEAMS perform individual psychological observations, evaluations and assessments of referred students; explain the results of these evaluations to parents, teachers and students, when appropriate; provide consultation to educational staff regarding behavioral issues; and perform other related work as required. Example of Duties Under the direction of the executive director and school psychologist: Consult and collaborate with educational staff regarding students with emotional, behavioral, cognitive and learning difficulties, in accordance with all directives, standards, procedures, policies, laws, rules, regulations, codes and guidelines; Process referrals, perform observations, and administer evaluation instruments to individual students; Interpret, analyze, evaluate, document, track and report results of observations and assessments; Assist in the intervention process; Assist in the development of FBAs and BIPs for students and in the implementation of recommended courses of action; Support and/or facilitate Manifestation Determination Team meetings; Assist in the development of 504 plans Consult with teachers, support staff, parents, serve as an integral part of the team and attend meetings; Maintain accurate records and other required data, prepare and submit reports in a timely manner; Understand current issues, laws and regulations regarding psychological services, special education, special education trends, and other issues related to children with special needs; Maintain strict student and parent confidentiality; Perform other related duties, as assigned.

Requirements

• Needs to have completed, at minimum, an academic program in the area of school psychology (except for the internship)
• Must have knowledge of modern psychological principles, processes and techniques
• Accepted psychological observation, evaluation and assessment instruments, procedures and applications
• Applicable procedures, policies, rules, regulations, codes, laws and guidelines pertaining to special education
• Strong verbal and written skills; proper English usage, grammar, vocabulary, spelling and punctuation
• Data tracking and collection, record management and reporting methods
• Skill in use of computers and technology, to include, but not limited to email, internet, Microsoft Office or equivalent software
• Must work effectively with staff, students, parents and administration
• Must be able to manage time and prioritize projects
• Ability to maintain a safe environment for students

Responsibilities

• Provide direct services for assigned schools
• Assist in the intervention process as a member of the MTSS TEAMS
• Perform individual psychological observations, evaluations and assessments of referred students
• Explain the results of these evaluations to parents, teachers and students, when appropriate
• Provide consultation to educational staff regarding behavioral issues
• Consult and collaborate with educational staff regarding students with emotional, behavioral, cognitive and learning difficulties, in accordance with all directives, standards, procedures, policies, laws, rules, regulations, codes and guidelines
• Process referrals, perform observations, and administer evaluation instruments to individual students
• Interpret, analyze, evaluate, document, track and report results of observations and assessments
• Assist in the intervention process
• Assist in the development of FBAs and BIPs for students and in the implementation of recommended courses of action
• Support and/or facilitate Manifestation Determination Team meetings
• Assist in the development of 504 plans
• Consult with teachers, support staff, parents, serve as an integral part of the team and attend meetings
• Maintain accurate records and other required data, prepare and submit reports in a timely manner
• Understand current issues, laws and regulations regarding psychological services, special education, special education trends, and other issues related to children with special needs
• Maintain strict student and parent confidentiality
• Perform other related duties, as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: No Education Listed