Virtual Educational Assessment Jobs in California

Application Deadline: 2/19/2027 @ 4:00pm
Our postings are eligibility pools for positions that may arise during the 2026-2027 school year, ONLY. Applications and interviews are for consideration to be placed in the eligibility pool. As our enrollment continues to grow during the year, there is no way to forecast when a position will open up, which is why there are no set number of open positions listed, nor is such information given out.
ABOUT THE CALIFORNIA VIRTUAL ACADEMIES:
The California Virtual Academies (a network of 9 public charter schools) delivers online/virtual home-based instruction to TK-12 students in California. We use K12, inc. curriculum as the basis for instruction and teachers provide live instruction via the Engageli platform. While our schools do offer some scheduling flexibility, students are still required to log attendance, attend instructional sessions, and complete coursework daily. In the Career & College Prep Program, we believe in collaboration across content areas and embrace a Project-Based Learning model. 
HOURS AND SALARY INFORMATION:
Full Time: Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:00pm. You are not allowed to have another job during these contracted hours.
Salary: $25 hourly
Only full time employees are offered health, dental, and vision benefits. Benefits information is only given out upon offer. We do provide training for all programs and we have a great staff to serve as your support system.
REQUIRED CREDENTIAL/CERTIFICATION: 
(All applicants MUST have the following at the time of applying)
• Permanent California Residence (Must currently reside in 1 of the 42 CA counties we service/hire in)
• Internship California Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Psychology
OR
• University Agreement letter showing you have completed your first 2 years and are approved to intern (We are not able to consider interns from Alliant International University due to being a virtual school and no MOU)
Position: School Psychologist Intern
Reports To: Director of Student Support Services, SPED and Supervising School Psychologist
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Department: Special Education
Summary:

The California Virtual Academy, IQ and Insight School Psychologist Team is seeking a 3rd year School Psychologist Intern to support children and youth in meeting their potential. As a School Psychologist Intern at our virtual schools, you will be an integral member of the Special Education team. You will report to and work under the supervision of the Related Services director and a credentialed School Psychologist in conducting assessments, engaging in consultation with schools and families, and attending meetings for students.
The school psychologist intern is responsible for administration of cognitive, academic, processing, and social-emotional assessment of individuals with exceptional needs under the supervision of a credentialed School Psychologist. The school psychologist intern provides assessment, diagnostic, and program assistance to the special education department. In addition, the school psychologist intern provides behavioral assessment to students as required.
As an intern School Psychologist, you will work directly for the Stride K12 Powered Online Schools, including the nine independent California Virtual Academies, the Insight Schools of California, and the iQ Academy California-Los Angeles. You will work under the direct supervision of the Director of Student Support Services and a credentialed school psychologist.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• Must be a current 3rd year school psychologist intern, through agreement with CTC and university PPS program
• Conducts psycho-educational assessments or file reviews in accordance with District, State, and Federal requirements virtually or in-person
• Utilizes assessment tools with a variety of techniques that are functional and based on the reason for referral. (e.g., standardized, curriculum-based, portfolio, and authentic assessments in accordance with child find laws)
• Conducts assessments (under supervision) that address behavioral interventions, assists teachers in designing behavior plans including functional behavior assessments, and manifestation determinations
• Completes all assessments within the mandated IDEA timelines
• Presents a comprehensive report (reviewed and signed by supervising psych) about assessment results at the subsequent Individualized Educational Program (IEP) team meeting
• Makes recommendations to the IEP team based on the findings of each assessment and specific to the identified disability as it relates to the core curriculum and the District’s Content and Performance Standards
• The school psychologist intern will be responsible for attending IEPs to ensure that IEPs are compliant and current. Endorsement from a NASP and CAEP approved university program (Verified through ISBE form 73-44 "Notification of School Service Personnel Intern Eligibility Status").
• Other duties as assigned - please note that everything herein is subject to change
Requirements/Experience:
• Reside in the state of California
• 3rd year, PPS: School Psychology credentialling program
• Demonstration of competency in the skills required of an intern of school psychology
• Ability to support and guide adults, as well as students, during assessment process, to include IEP meetings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Organization and time-management skills
• Excellent writing and grammar skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel, MS Word, and Outlook, PowerPoint and experience using them in a professional capacity
• Assessments are generally conducted online, using a HIPAA compliant videoconferencing platform, such as zoom. Assessments are also conducted in-person, as necessary.
• This is a full-time intern position where you will be required to work Monday to Friday during school hours. This is a rewarding intern position where you will work with a wonderful team of hard-working professionals, committed to fostering growth of our students.

Competencies:

Business Ethics: Inspires the trust of others; Keeps commitments; Treats people with respect; Upholds organizational values; Works with integrity and ethically
Communications: Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form; Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods
Leadership: Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires respect and trust; Motivates others to perform well; Reacts well under pressure; Shows courage to act
Managing People: Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Includes subordinates in planning; Makes self-available to subordinates; Provides direction and gains compliance; Provides regular performance feedback; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities
Planning & Organization: Integrates changes smoothly; Plans for additional resources; Prioritizes and plans work activities; Sets goals and objectives; Uses time efficiently; Works in an organized manner
Quality Management: Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services; Measures key outcomes; Sets clear quality requirements; Solicits and applies customer feedback
Team Leadership: Acknowledges team accomplishments; Defines team roles and responsibilities; Ensures progress toward goals; Fosters team cooperation; Supports group problem solving
Use of Technology: Adapts to new technologies; Demonstrates required skills; Keeps technical skills up to date; Troubleshoots technological problems; Uses technology to increase productivity
Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. A flexible schedule is required.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
Restrictions on Time Off:

TBD based on the school calendar
* Use of sick time under the California Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Families Act of 2014 may be approved during the above restricted dates
The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.