Overview
Category:support
Median Salary:$72,000
Education Required:masters
Growth Outlook:growing
Student Interaction:direct student
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct psychological and educational assessments
- Develop intervention strategies
- Participate in IEP and 504 plan meetings
- Provide crisis intervention
- Consult with teachers and parents
- Support school-wide mental health initiatives
A Day in the Life
- Individual student assessments
- Report writing and data analysis
- IEP and evaluation meetings
- Consultation with teachers
- Small group counseling sessions
- Crisis response as needed
- Professional collaboration
Education & Certification Path
1
Bachelor's degree in Psychology
2
Master's or Specialist degree in School Psychology
3
Complete supervised internship
4
Pass national and state certification exams
Required Certifications
- State school psychologist credential
- NCSP (Nationally Certified School Psychologist)
- Continuing education requirements
Career Progression
School Psychology Intern → School Psychologist→
Lead Psychologist→
District Psychology Coordinator→
Director of Student Support Services
Work Environment
Office for testing and counseling, travels between multiple schools
Typical Schedule
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, may serve 2-3 schools