Job Description

Director Of Education Diagnostics And School Psychology

Nashville, Tennessee / Dallas, Texas / Ft. Worth, Texas

Providers School Psychologist Team

Full-Time / Hybrid

At Thrive Therapies Group, we are on a mission to revolutionize special education in the United States. We deliver results-driven therapies and related services to children with diverse needsremoving barriers to academic achievement and well-being. We believe that health and well-being are foundational to learning, and that schools can't do this work alone. That's why we partner with mission-centered leaders, schools, and districts to deliver highly effective, data-informed services that drive real outcomes in both the treatment and classroom settings. In 2023, Thrive disrupted the school-based healthcare and special education landscape through our novel tech-enabled model. Our impact has expanded across five states, captured national attention in special education spaces, and earned us a range of recognitions, such as Healthcare Start-Up of the Year.

About The Role

We are seeking a passionate, strategic, and values-driven leader to serve as our Director of Education Diagnostics and School Psychology. This individual will guide our rapidly growing diagnostic services, lead a high-performing team across regions, and shape how educational evaluations are delivered across our partner districts and schools. If you're a leader who believes in the power of high-quality data, practices that unite communities and stakeholders, and collaborative careand you're ready to push boundaries for the sake of studentsthis is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership & Supervision
• Supervise and drive the performance of multi-regional teams of school psychologists and diagnosticians
• Maintain excellence in evaluation quality, equity, and compliance
• Foster a team culture rooted in collaboration, accountability, and growth
• Program Strategy & Innovation
• Design and scale our diagnostic service model across school systems
• Implement protocols and data systems to measure impact
• Introduce innovative tools and practices that support access and outcomes
• School & Family Engagement
• Consult with district and school partners on MTSS, eligibility, IEPs, and interventions
• Support school-based teams through training and technical assistance
• Ensure services are culturally responsive and family-centered
• Operations & Compliance
• Manage caseloads, documentation, scheduling, and systems
• Support the recruitment and onboarding of team members
• Ensure compliance with IDEA, Section 504, and state-specific guidelines

Who We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PhD, PsyD, EdS) in School Psychology or related field
• Licensed or license-eligible School Psychologist in TN and TX
• 5+ years of direct experience conducting psychoeducational evaluations
• 2+ years of formal leadership or supervisory experience
• Strong knowledge of special education law, eligibility processes, and best practices

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in school-based or multidisciplinary care settings
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion
• Exceptional communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Comfort working in an innovative, start-up and fast-paced environment

What Thrive Offers

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible schedule and remote/hybrid work options
• Annual professional development stipend
• A passionate, mission-aligned team committed to equity and impact

How To Apply

Please submit your resume, a cover letter (detailing your leadership approach and alignment with Thrive's mission), and three professional references. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Thrive Therapies Group Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity at every level of our organization and encourage candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds to apply.

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