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Newport News Public Schools · 10 hours ago

2026-2027 School Psychologist - Part Time

Newport News, VA

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

Newport News Public Schools is seeking a School Psychologist to perform specialized psychological work in an educational setting. The role involves assessing students' psychological needs, collaborating with educators, and providing support to students and families to enhance their academic and behavioral functioning.

EducationHigher EducationTraining

Responsibilities

Performs casework services with students/families to help resolve student’s behavioral, learning, & social problems

Selects and administers age appropriate psychological tests, assessment methods, and materials in order to determine the needs of the student

Consults with teachers and other school personnel to obtain information regarding the reason for referral

Gathers background information on the student’s psychological history by conducting behavioral observations, making home visits, conducting interviews, and reviewing school records

Interprets assessment results and compiles comprehensive psychological assessment reports that address the reason for referral and include appropriate recommendations

Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary assessment team assigned to each school and works as a team member in making placement decisions, developing intervention plans, and planning programs to meet the special needs of children

Communicates case findings and recommendations to teachers and other school personnel as needed

Participates in eligibility committee meetings and contributes to the development of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP)

Serves as a resource to teachers and staff regarding psychological services and the academic/psychological needs of students

Conferences with and provides information, support, and counseling to parents/guardians of students

Conducts in-service training and workshops for teachers and staff regarding mental health issues and proper procedures for the identification and referral of students

Organizes and conducts specialized programs to include parent training classes and student support activities

Conducts specialized individual and group counseling sessions to address specific emotional, social, and behavioral needs of students

Serves as a liaison between the student, home, school, private counseling facilities and community resources such as social services, court services, and family service agencies

Provides follow-up support and periodic re-evaluation services as necessary

Acts as a member of the school crisis team to provide intervention to students as necessary

Makes court appearances to present data and performs court-requested evaluations

Compiles monthly reports; maintains accurate case records; and completes necessary documentation for work completed on Medicaid eligible children

Models nondiscriminatory practices in all activities

Qualification

Virginia License as school psychologistPsychological assessmentCrisis interventionChild developmentCounseling skillsCommunication skillsTime managementTeam collaboration

Required

Must possess a Master's degree and be eligible for a Virginia License as a school psychologist

Must possess the ability to synthesize and interpret diagnostic and assessment data

Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of school psychology theory, child development, substance abuse education, tests and measurements, and crisis management

Must possess the ability to practically apply assessment, counseling, interviewing, and crisis intervention skills

Must possess the ability to work cooperatively as an interdisciplinary team member

Must possess excellent communication and time management skills

Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with community agencies, students, families, team members, and others