Project Reach School Psychologist (2026-2027)

Job Code:8501005
Job Family/Function:85 – Psychologists and Therapists\Psychologists 
FLSA:Exempt 
Grade Ladder:MNPS Certificated Teacher 
Pay Grade:MNPS.261_ 
Duration (days/year):260 
Locations(s):School-Based 

We Are Team MNPS
Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation. Whether you are a teacher, an administrator, or a potential support staff employee, if you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

Job Summary

School Psychologists funded through Project REACH are members of school-based teams who promote prevention and early intervention through Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS). They fulfill all traditional MNPS School Psychologist responsibilities, including data-based decision making, assessment and eligibility determination, consultation, crisis prevention and intervention, and collaboration with families, educators, and administrators to support students' academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs. In addition, Project REACH School Psychologists expand access to school-based mental health services in high-need schools, supporting systems-level practices, culturally responsive service delivery, and safe, supportive learning environments that strengthen connections between home, school, and community. School Psychologists funded through Project REACH will serve in a 12-month position. 

What you will do

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Multi-Tiered Systems of Supports (MTSS), including data interpretation, equitable access to instruction, alignment of interventions, and eligibility determination using Tennessee criteria.
• Coordinate, facilitate, and support school staff in the implementation of MTSS to address academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs.
• Administer, interpret, and report assessments of cognitive, academic, adaptive, social, emotional, and behavioral functioning in compliance with federal, state, and district requirements.
• Compile information from multiple sources to produce comprehensive evaluation and screening reports aligned with established guidelines.
• Collaborate with educators, administrators, families, and related service providers to design, align, and monitor evidence-based interventions.
• Provide school-based mental and behavioral health services with an emphasis on prevention, early intervention, and timely response to student needs.
• Deliver services aligned with NASP practice domains, including consultation, counseling, crisis intervention, and systems-level supports.
• Consult with school teams regarding instructional practices, classroom management, behavioral supports, and individualized intervention planning.
• Support families in understanding their child’s learning, behavioral, and mental health needs through consultation and collaboration.
• Provide culturally responsive services that are sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and experiences of students and families.
• Promote and support school-wide practices that enhance school climate, safety, and student well-being.
• Assist with crisis prevention, intervention, and postvention services at the school and district levels as needed.
• Support student transitions between school settings and community placements, including alternative and residential programs.
• Support the Exceptional Education department and School Psychology Division in the implementation of district, departmental, and divisional initiatives.
• Collaborate with district leadership, Lead School Psychologists, and interdisciplinary teams to support grant implementation, data collection, and reporting.
• Participate in supervision, professional learning, and continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with ethical standards and applicable policies.

Education Qualifications

• Master's Degree in school psychology or a related field Required

Experience Qualifications

• Experience providing school-based mental health services in high-need or diverse school settings Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of MTSS, special education eligibility processes, and school-based mental health practices.
• Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Training or experience in trauma-informed practices and crisis response preferred.
• Experience with data-based decision-making and systems-level consultation preferred.

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