School Psychologist (Remote)

Legacy Traditional Schools•Columbia, SC

2d•Remote

About The Position

The School Psychologist provides comprehensive psycho-educational evaluation, counseling, consultation, and behavioral support services through secure, compliant digital platforms. The role identifies students’ academic, behavioral, and emotional needs; interprets assessment data; guides multidisciplinary teams in eligibility decisions and intervention planning; and provides individual and group counseling as appropriate. The psychologist collaborates remotely with educators, families, and administrators across multiple campuses to support MTSS, provide Section 504 consultation, contribute to threat assessment and crisis response, and help ensure equitable access to services. Services are delivered in compliance with IDEA, FERPA, HIPAA, and applicable state requirements in a remote environment. Responsibilities include administering and interpreting cognitive, behavioral, and social-emotional assessments; leading virtual multidisciplinary evaluation team meetings; preparing electronic evaluation reports; conducting virtual observations and functional behavioral assessments; consulting with educators and families; facilitating virtual IEP and MTSS meetings; providing professional learning, counseling, and crisis support; maintaining confidential electronic records; and ensuring compliance with legal, ethical, and professional standards. The position also requires active state licensure and ongoing professional development. This is a remote position. Work is performed from a home office equipped with secure internet, a webcam, and compliant telepractice technology. The role may involve occasional in-person professional development and travel to campuses.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Education or School Psychology.
Valid state-specific certification or credential authorizing service as a School Psychologist in the state(s) where services are provided.
Successfully pass a criminal history background check.
Deep understanding of cognitive, academic, and social-emotional development.
Expert knowledge of psycho-educational assessment instruments and interpretation techniques.
Proficiency in test administration, data analysis, eligibility determination, and IEP development.
Ability to conduct virtual observations, functional behavioral assessments, and environmental analyses using remote protocols.
Strong analytical, diagnostic, written communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
Ability to explain complex technical information clearly to diverse audiences and manage complex caseloads across multiple campuses remotely.
Comprehensive understanding of special education laws, including IDEA, Section 504, and Child Find requirements.
Commitment to professional ethics and culturally responsive psychological services.
Advanced proficiency with teleassessment tools, digital service platforms, and secure data systems.
Thorough understanding of teleassessment validity standards, remote testing limitations, and best practices for virtual service delivery.
Ability to sit for extended periods, view digital materials, and engage professionally via video conferencing.

Nice To Haves

Educational Specialist degree or higher.

Responsibilities

Administer, score, and interpret cognitive, behavioral, and social-emotional assessments using approved tele-assessment tools and virtual observation protocols.
Lead virtual multidisciplinary evaluation team meetings to determine special education eligibility and develop data-driven service recommendations.
Prepare comprehensive electronic evaluation reports that integrate multiple data sources and meet state and federal timelines.
Conduct virtual observations, functional behavioral assessments, and environmental analyses; evaluate digital assessment validity and document tele-assessment limitations.
Partner with teachers, parents, and administrators to design evidence-based academic and behavioral interventions.
Facilitate virtual IEP and MTSS meetings, interpreting assessment results and guiding data-based decisions.
Provide virtual professional learning related to mental health, behavioral supports, and RTI/MTSS processes.
Consult with campus leadership during crises and threat assessments; conduct risk analysis and documentation review, and help develop safety plans and post-crisis strategies.
Deliver virtual individual and group counseling and social-emotional support aligned with IEP and Section 504 plans.
Implement behavior intervention plans and collaborate with staff on progress monitoring in digital learning environments.
Conduct virtual student observations and consultations to inform intervention planning and service adjustments.
Provide remote crisis intervention and assist with post-incident recovery planning in coordination with on-site teams.
Maintain confidential electronic counseling notes, progress documentation, evaluation reports, and IEP records in accordance with professional and legal requirements.
Ensure services comply with IDEA, FERPA, HIPAA, applicable state regulations, professional standards, and required timelines.
Maintain active licensure in the states where services are provided and stay current with telepractice standards and ethical guidelines.
Participate in ongoing professional development and perform additional duties as assigned.