Nashville - School Psychologist

Overview WHAT YOU'LL DO As a Thrive School Psychologist you will conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations, contribute to eligibility determinations, provide crisis intervention and mental health consultation, and support RTI/MTSS frameworks within K–12 school settings. You are a full member of the community.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

PSYCHOEDUCATIONAL EVALUATION & ELIGIBILITY

Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations to assess cognitive ability, academic achievement, social-emotional functioning, and adaptive behavior using standardized instruments (WISC, WJ-IV, KTEA, BASC, Vineland, and others). Evaluate for a range of eligibility categories including SLD, Intellectual Disability, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Emotional Disturbance, and Other Health Impairment. Write psychoeducational evaluation reports that are clinically rigorous, legally defensible, and clearly written for IEP team members, families, and administrators. Lead or participate in eligibility determination meetings, translating assessment data into educational planning recommendations. Conduct re-evaluations (triennials) within IDEA-required timelines.

CRISIS INTERVENTION & MENTAL HEALTH CONSULTATION

Serve as a primary responder for student mental health crises, including suicidality, self-harm, acute behavioral escalation, and trauma-related presentations. Conduct structured threat assessments for students who have made threats or exhibited behaviors of concern; develop and document safety plans. Provide mental health consultation to teachers, parents, and school leaders on student social-emotional needs and appropriate referral pathways. Support students with 504 plans for mental health-related accommodations alongside IEP students on your caseload.

RTI/MTSS & SYSTEMS-LEVEL SUPPORT

Contribute to school-wide RTI/MTSS frameworks at Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 levels — including universal screening, progress monitoring, and problem-solving team participation. Collaborate with school teams on early identification of students at risk for learning disabilities, emotional disturbance, or developmental concerns. Support equitable referral practices and culturally responsive evaluation methodology to reduce bias in eligibility determination.

COLLABORATION & IEP TEAMING

Partner with SLPs, OTs, PTs, BCBAs, mental health clinicians, and special education teachers as a core member of the multidisciplinary IEP team. Communicate findings and recommendations to families in a way that is clear, respectful, and free of jargon. Maintain accurate evaluation records, service logs, and eligibility documentation in compliance with IDEA and state requirements.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED

Ed.S., Ph.D., or Psy.D. in School Psychology from a NASP-approved or APA-accredited program. NCSP credential from NASP; or active state certification/license in good standing. Active state school psychologist certification or license in good standing, or documented initiation of transfer prior to start date. Knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, psychoeducational evaluation methodology, and legal requirements for special education eligibility determination.

PREFERRED

1+ years of school-based school psychology experience (internship year in a school setting counts). Training or experience in structured threat assessment. Familiarity with culturally responsive evaluation practices and bilingual assessment methodology. Experience with RTI/MTSS data systems and progress monitoring tools.

COMPENSATION STRUCTURE

Compensation is paid over 10 months, aligned to the school-year calendar. All figures below reflect the Greater Nashville, TN market. Base Compensation W-2 Base Salary: $62,000 – $75,100, based on experience. 1099 Contractor Rate $46-$56/hr Additional Earning Potential Sign-On Bonus $4,000 — paid 25% at 30 days, 25% at 90 days, 50% at 6 months. Longevity Structure Up to $2,000 — paid after completing your first full school year. CEU Stipend $750 your first year, growing up to $2,000 after five years. Performance Bonus Paid annually after exceeding performance metrics.

BENEFITS

HEALTH COVERAGE — AT NO COST TO YOU (W-2 Employees Only) Medical, dental, and vision insurance — Thrive covers 100% of employee premiums. Coverage begins day one. Choice of HSA-eligible high-deductible plan or traditional PPO; nationwide PPO network. Dependent and family coverage available. 401(k) with up to 5% company match. Optional voluntary benefits: supplemental life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and FSA. TIME OFF & SCHEDULE (W-2 Employees Only) School-year calendar — school holidays off, 30+ paid days annually. PTO and Sick days. ADDITIONAL PROFESSIONAL SUPPORTS (All Employees) Malpractice and professional liability insurance — fully covered by Thrive; no personal policy required. Quarterly professional development led by clinical leadership — school-based, substantive, and paid. Paid Summer Intensive — pre-year clinical PD that brings the full Thrive team together annually. No non-compete agreement — your professional mobility is yours to keep. State school psychologist licensure renewal and NASP dues reimbursed annually; NCSP renewal fees covered. #J-18808-Ljbffr Thrive Therapies