Vertex Education
School Psychologist 2026-2027 School Year
Vertex Education, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228
School Psychologist 2026-2027 School Year page is loaded## School Psychologist 2026-2027 School Yearlocations:
LTS - Columbia, SCtime type:
Full timeposted on:
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R10737***Be the one who makes a difference!***At Vertex Education we are a team of high achievers, courageous leaders, and passionate believers in changing lives through education. As a purpose-led education services provider, our mission is destined to benefit many and yet it starts with just one person inspired to work together with us to make a memorable and meaningful difference for our clients, schools, students, and communities.
Be the one who makes a difference—with us.## ****POSITION OVERVIEW****The School Psychologist is responsible for providing evaluation, consultative, and counseling services in the school setting.
Conduct psycho-educational evaluations and lead the multidisciplinary team in the process of identifying students as eligible for and in need of special education services. ## ****ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS***** Lead the multidisciplinary evaluation team (MET) through the evaluation process when a student is referred for a special education evaluation.* Complete comprehensive evaluations and use professional judgment in order to identify areas that need additional data collected.* Participate in Legacy Traditional School non-violent crisis response team if trained.* Conduct classroom observations as part of the special education evaluation process, child study team (CST) process and consultative process.* Prepare cohesive and timely evaluation reports.* Interpret assessment data and impart it to parents and MET members in a meaningful way.* Identify students’ needs and develop programming recommendations based on evaluation outcomes.* Lead the school team in the development and implementation of behavior plans.* Lead the school’s pre-referral intervention team.* Provide counseling services in alignment with student’s IEPs and/or 504 plans.* Provide school-based counseling in accordance with pre-referral intervention or informally.* Facilitate training on topics related to position on an as-needed basis.* Provide consultative services to teachers and administrators regarding behavioral and academic concerns.* Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to the position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly and patient manner.* Maintain courteous relationships with students, staff, parents, and community, treating all with respect.* Being active in the role when lifting, sitting, standing, moving throughout the campus and traveling to other campuses as required.
Participating in events outside of normal hours.* Other duties as assigned.## ## ****REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS***** Master’s or higher degree.* School Psychologist Certificate in the state position is located.* The incumbent in this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.## ****PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS***** Experience conducting psycho-educational evaluations.* Knowledge of IDEA and K-8 programming for special education.## ## ****OTHER REQUIREMENTS***** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Duties are performed typically in school and/or office settings throughout the division. May include frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting up to approximately 25 pounds and occasional lifting of equipment and/or materials weighing up to approximately 40 pounds may be required.* Must have the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time; see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in person and on the telephone; and the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.***Be excited to be a part of our team and grow your career with us!***Be the one who enables us to positively impact over 258,000 students across multiple states while driving our growth forward so we can enrich even more lives. Be the one who helps us achieve excellence for over 226 schools that we support with academics, finance, technology, human resources, communications, marketing, facilities, construction, and food services. Be the one who is a diverse thinker, a team player, a smart risk taker, an innovator, and a difference maker by encouraging others to climb higher and reach farther to further education.* Be yourself surrounded by wonderful people who care about you, value your unique skills, and lift you up.* Be supported in your work by caring leaders and team members who want you to succeed.* Be empowered to make a difference and climb higher and reach farther to change lives through education.* Be well in all aspects of your life from your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing to your finances.* Enjoy industry-leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses, with unlimited flexible paid time-off for performance.* Be able to care for your health and your family with comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits and invest in your future with 401(k) plans with a 6% employer match on your contributions.* Enhance your growth and development with mentoring and money to take training classes.* Thrive in a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment where we treat others with fairness and respect, celebrate diversity, and elevate equality and inclusion as an equal opportunity employer.***Be the one who makes a difference!***With an innovative mind, a hungry heart, and engaging spirit you can change lives through education. Be a part of Vertex Education and let’s make a difference together. **Apply Today!*****Ignite your desire to be the best!***At Legacy Traditional Schools, more than 1,300 of the best educators are changing lives of over 27,000 students every day across Arizona, Nevada, and Texas. Whether you're in the classroom, supporting operations, or leading a campus, you'll make a lasting impact by helping students grow academically and personally.We do things the Legacy way by illuminating our educators' talents, uplifting student success, and fueling our school spirit. Our team rises to the challenge of changing lives through education, cultivating bright, curious minds, and engaging positively with our communities.Join our mission-driven team and experience the energy, purpose, and pride that comes with being part of something truly special.***The best performers ask others for support***If you need reasonable accommodation with the careers website, application or the hiring process, please contact us at **careers@vertexeducation.com** **or** **480-270-5438****.** #J-18808-Ljbffr
LTS - Columbia, SCtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
R10737***Be the one who makes a difference!***At Vertex Education we are a team of high achievers, courageous leaders, and passionate believers in changing lives through education. As a purpose-led education services provider, our mission is destined to benefit many and yet it starts with just one person inspired to work together with us to make a memorable and meaningful difference for our clients, schools, students, and communities.
Be the one who makes a difference—with us.## ****POSITION OVERVIEW****The School Psychologist is responsible for providing evaluation, consultative, and counseling services in the school setting.
Conduct psycho-educational evaluations and lead the multidisciplinary team in the process of identifying students as eligible for and in need of special education services. ## ****ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS***** Lead the multidisciplinary evaluation team (MET) through the evaluation process when a student is referred for a special education evaluation.* Complete comprehensive evaluations and use professional judgment in order to identify areas that need additional data collected.* Participate in Legacy Traditional School non-violent crisis response team if trained.* Conduct classroom observations as part of the special education evaluation process, child study team (CST) process and consultative process.* Prepare cohesive and timely evaluation reports.* Interpret assessment data and impart it to parents and MET members in a meaningful way.* Identify students’ needs and develop programming recommendations based on evaluation outcomes.* Lead the school team in the development and implementation of behavior plans.* Lead the school’s pre-referral intervention team.* Provide counseling services in alignment with student’s IEPs and/or 504 plans.* Provide school-based counseling in accordance with pre-referral intervention or informally.* Facilitate training on topics related to position on an as-needed basis.* Provide consultative services to teachers and administrators regarding behavioral and academic concerns.* Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to the position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly and patient manner.* Maintain courteous relationships with students, staff, parents, and community, treating all with respect.* Being active in the role when lifting, sitting, standing, moving throughout the campus and traveling to other campuses as required.
Participating in events outside of normal hours.* Other duties as assigned.## ## ****REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS***** Master’s or higher degree.* School Psychologist Certificate in the state position is located.* The incumbent in this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.## ****PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU UP FOR SUCCESS***** Experience conducting psycho-educational evaluations.* Knowledge of IDEA and K-8 programming for special education.## ## ****OTHER REQUIREMENTS***** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Duties are performed typically in school and/or office settings throughout the division. May include frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting up to approximately 25 pounds and occasional lifting of equipment and/or materials weighing up to approximately 40 pounds may be required.* Must have the ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time; see and read a computer screen and printed material with or without vision aids; hear and understand speech at normal levels and on the telephone; speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in person and on the telephone; and the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.***Be excited to be a part of our team and grow your career with us!***Be the one who enables us to positively impact over 258,000 students across multiple states while driving our growth forward so we can enrich even more lives. Be the one who helps us achieve excellence for over 226 schools that we support with academics, finance, technology, human resources, communications, marketing, facilities, construction, and food services. Be the one who is a diverse thinker, a team player, a smart risk taker, an innovator, and a difference maker by encouraging others to climb higher and reach farther to further education.* Be yourself surrounded by wonderful people who care about you, value your unique skills, and lift you up.* Be supported in your work by caring leaders and team members who want you to succeed.* Be empowered to make a difference and climb higher and reach farther to change lives through education.* Be well in all aspects of your life from your physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing to your finances.* Enjoy industry-leading pay, rewards, referral bonuses, with unlimited flexible paid time-off for performance.* Be able to care for your health and your family with comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits and invest in your future with 401(k) plans with a 6% employer match on your contributions.* Enhance your growth and development with mentoring and money to take training classes.* Thrive in a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment where we treat others with fairness and respect, celebrate diversity, and elevate equality and inclusion as an equal opportunity employer.***Be the one who makes a difference!***With an innovative mind, a hungry heart, and engaging spirit you can change lives through education. Be a part of Vertex Education and let’s make a difference together. **Apply Today!*****Ignite your desire to be the best!***At Legacy Traditional Schools, more than 1,300 of the best educators are changing lives of over 27,000 students every day across Arizona, Nevada, and Texas. Whether you're in the classroom, supporting operations, or leading a campus, you'll make a lasting impact by helping students grow academically and personally.We do things the Legacy way by illuminating our educators' talents, uplifting student success, and fueling our school spirit. Our team rises to the challenge of changing lives through education, cultivating bright, curious minds, and engaging positively with our communities.Join our mission-driven team and experience the energy, purpose, and pride that comes with being part of something truly special.***The best performers ask others for support***If you need reasonable accommodation with the careers website, application or the hiring process, please contact us at **careers@vertexeducation.com** **or** **480-270-5438****.** #J-18808-Ljbffr