School Psychologist

The Davis Academy, an independent school, Kindergarten Prep – Eighth Grade, in Dunwoody/Sandy Springs seeks an experienced School Psychologist to join its vibrant student services team. Applicants must have a Master’s degree or higher in School Psychology and a Minimum of 5 years of experience working as School Psychologist.

The School Psychologist provides leadership and expertise to support students’ academic development and executive functioning needs, in alignment with The Davis Academy’s mission. The School Psychologist is a key member of the Middle School Student Services Team and collaborates closely with administrators, school counselors and the Davis Learning Center faculty to support students, families, and faculty.

Primary Responsibilities

A. Student Support and Program Leadership

• Oversee the Student Support Team (SST) problem‑solving process, including:
  • Facilitating SST meetings with teachers
  • Conducting classroom observations
  • Consulting with teachers and school counselors
  • Monitoring student academic and behavioral progress
  • Communicating with families regarding student progress and concerns
• Conduct formal and informal student observations and provide instructional feedback to teachers
• Review classroom data, assessments, and other relevant data to evaluate student progress
• Design, implement, and monitor academic, executive functioning, and behavioral interventions
• Interpret psycho‑educational evaluations and support teachers in implementing recommendations
• Participate in meetings with parents to address academic and behavioral concerns
• Provide one‑on‑one executive functioning support to students as needed
• Conduct reading and writing screenings to inform instructional planning and next steps
• Assist teachers in completing rating scales for outside professionals
• Create and maintain Learning Profiles, psycho‑educational summaries, and accommodation plans
• Collaborate with outside professionals and provide appropriate referrals when needed
• Participate in Parent–Teacher conferences as appropriate

B. Admissions Support

• Collaborate with the Director of Admissions to support the admissions process
• Conduct academic testing and review admissions files
• Observe prospective students in their current educational settings when appropriate
• Make recommendations regarding student fit, contingencies, and support services

C. Assessment and Testing

• Collaborate with the Lower School Psychologist in the administration of school‑wide standardized testing (CTP5)

D. Student Records and Systems Management

• Support the creation, maintenance, and accuracy of student records in Veracross in collaboration with the School Registrar
• Upload and manage psycho‑educational evaluations, learning profiles, custody documentation, referrals, teacher recommendations, and year‑end placement information

E. Collaboration and Consultation

• Collaborate closely with school counselors to support student needs and manage complex situations
• Provide education and consultation for faculty and parents as needed
• Partner with the Davis Learning Center Coordinator to ensure individual student needs are met and to coordinate services with outside professionals

F. Professional Development and School Initiatives

• Assist the Associate Head of School, Principal, and other administrators with faculty professional development
• Support school‑wide programming and other initiatives as needed

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in School Psychology
• Minimum of five years of experience working as a School Psychologist
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, parents, and external professionals
• Ability to work both independently and in highly collaborative team environments
• Self‑motivated with a commitment to maintaining high professional and ethical standards
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student and family information

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