School Psychologist

School Psychologist Job ID: 4216387 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Re-Posted: Jan 15, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description School Psychologist – Exceptional Learners Division, Lynchburg, Virginia Position Summary To provide psychological services within the school division in accordance with the policies of the School Board. Essential Functions Consult with central office staff, school-based staff, parents, and other appropriate persons and agencies to increase their understanding of referred students and assist in making recommendations for their optimal growth. Conduct in‑services, workshops or consultative conferences for central office and/or school-based personnel, and as appropriate for parents and public or private agencies. Assist in providing liaison services between the school division and community agencies such as the mental health clinic, social services, family court, and others that provide special services for children and families. Conduct research to acquire information that will assist in enhancing psychological services and the educational process. Participate in legal appeals and hearings regarding students who have been evaluated psychologically or are in special education programs. Administer and interpret individual psychological and psycho‑educational testing for referred students, assessing intelligence, personality, aptitude, achievement, and perception as appropriate. Provide crisis and non‑crisis interventions including consultation, individual and group counseling and assistance in developing behavioral programs. Participate in school‑based or division‑wide committees or meetings to exchange information that contributes to the enhancement of the educational process and awareness of specific children's needs. Participate in school‑based School Consultation Team meetings upon request from the building administrator. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Exceptional Learners. Competencies Personal Competencies Honesty Integrity Ethical Equity Minded Emotional Intelligence Cultural Competence Safety Quality Leadership Competencies Models Excellent Customer Service Thinks Strategically Shows Initiative Acts Decisively Communicates Effectively Works Collaboratively Resolves Conflict Proactively Functional Competencies Technical Capabilities Computer Literacy Data Analysis and Management Fiscal Planning and Management Project Management Strategic Planning Education and Experience Must possess or be eligible for a Virginia Health Board License as a School Psychologist. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Interpret and communicate the results of individual assessments and recommendations through written reports to central office staff, principals, teachers, parents, and agencies as required by policy and/or law. Supervisory Responsibility This is an 11‑month contract position with full benefits. The job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed; additional duties may be assigned by the Director of Exceptional Learners. Lynchburg City Schools reserves the right to update, revise or change this job description at any time. Travel Requirements Travel is required between school sites. Work Environment and Physical Demands The physical demands include frequent standing, sitting, walking, talking, hearing, typing, stooping, kneeling, or crouching. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other Duties This description does not attempt to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all duties. Responsibilities may change with or without notice.

AAP/EEO STATEMENT

LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. Job Status Open – Salary: Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found at Position Type: Full‑Time. Contact Information Dr. Kenya Fowler, Director of Exceptional Learners Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Lynchburg-City-Schools