School Psychologist - Full-Time

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Richland County, South Carolina

Compensation: $65–$70 per hour

Employment Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

Schedule: Full-Time

Position Details

• Location: Richland County Schools, SC
  
• Schedule: Full-Time
  
• Compensation: $65–$70 per hour
  
• Position Type: School-Based Contracting (1099 Independent Contractor)
  
• School Assignments: Typically one to two schools, depending on school size and district needs
  
• Certification: Current South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) certification as a School Psychologist required
  

Caseload and School Assignments

School assignments and caseloads will vary depending on district needs and student referrals.

The district's immediate priority is to provide additional support to existing school psychologists who are managing demanding caseloads.

Typically, psychologists cover one to two schools:

• Large high school assignments may involve one school.
  
• Elementary school assignments may involve two schools.
  
• In some cases, a larger school may be shared with another psychologist.
  

Evaluation and reevaluation volumes vary depending on referrals, including parent referrals. There is no fixed monthly evaluation quota applicable to every assignment.

Specific school placements and responsibilities will be discussed during the hiring process.

Key Responsibilities

Depending on assigned schools and district needs, responsibilities may include:

• Conducting psychoeducational evaluations and reevaluations.
  
• Responding to referrals and assessing students' educational and psychological needs.
  
• Preparing comprehensive evaluation reports and maintaining accurate documentation.
  
• Collaborating with teachers, families, administrators, and multidisciplinary teams.
  
• Participating in eligibility meetings and supporting appropriate educational planning.
  
• Helping schools manage evaluation demands and meet applicable timelines.
  
• Providing professional support to schools with high referral volumes and existing caseload demands.
  

Interested in Joining Our Team?

If you're a certified School Psychologist looking for a rewarding full-time opportunity in Richland County, SC, we'd love to connect with you!

Apply today and discover a more supportive, clinician-focused approach to school-based contracting.