Category Archives: School Psychology

School Psychologist Opening

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School Psychologist, full-time (1.0) at North Reading High School

The position of School Psychologist is designed to provide services to students of North Reading High School. Interested candidates should apply on SchoolSpring. Chief responsibilities for this position include:

  1. Provide short term and ongoing counseling services to students who are struggling with social, emotional, and behavioral problems.
  2. Provide a full range of psychometric testing as part of the special education eligibility/service determination process for initial and re-evaluations and other evaluations as necessary for students.
  3. Coordinate and complete all required paperwork as part of the IDEA team process (IEPs).
  4. Collaborate regularly with teachers/counselors to stay current with student concerns.
  5. Communicate with parents regarding academic achievement and behavioral and counseling intervention(s) as needed.
  6. Assist students who exhibit school refusal, chronic absenteeism, or behavioral concerns which interfere with academic success.
  7. Lead group counseling sessions related to issues such as; grief, anxiety, depression, and social skills development.
  8. Serve as a member of the school’s Crisis Response Team.
  9. Serve as a member of the school’s Student Assistance Team.
  10. Attend identified students’ TEAM meetings or 504 meetings as needed.
  11. Collaborate/case manage with community agencies and outside professionals providing therapeutic services to assigned students.
  12. Assist with student safety assessments as needed.
  13. Work collaboratively with school administrators to promote school policies.
  14. Other duties as assigned by the Principal.

North Reading Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

  1. Master’s Degree and current Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education certification as a School Psychologist;
  2. Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills;
  3. Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations that govern public schools;
  4. Related experience as a School Psychologist at the secondary school level preferred but not required;
  5. Attendance at the New Teacher Orientation on August 24 and 25, 2022 required.
  6. At least 3 years of relevant experience preferred
  7. Citizenship, residency or work visa required

School Psychologist Position (Belmont, MA)

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There is an opening for an elementary school psychologist in Belmont at the Winn Brook school.  It’s a very balanced role (testing, counseling/ direct student support, and teacher consultation). There are team chairs in our district that write the IEPs, run meetings and do the documentation/ scheduling so the school psychs can focus on our other responsibilities. Even though we are a small district, we have monthly school psychology consults with the other SPs within the district. There is so much more I could write about this position, but I’ll keep it brief for now.
If anyone is looking for a position/ is interested in the role, I’m more than happy to go into more detail! Please reach out to Megan Miranda: by email at mmiranda5995@gmail.com or by phone (781-835-6870).

School Psychology Position Available

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We have a school psychologist position open at our middle/high school campus (grade 7-12). This position is perfect for anyone who may be looking for a job in Cambridge working in an urban, diverse setting, with a competitive salary.
Happy to answer any questions!

For more information please contact Allyssa Penney at apenney@phacs.org

Alyssa Penney, Ed.S., N.C.S.P. PK-6 School Psychologist ESY Coordinator Prospect Hill Academy Charter School 716-222-1087

Atrium Summer Institute for Educators

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Join us for a three-day, in-person workshop series and professional learning community where you will have the opportunity to connect with educators from different grade-levels and curricular backgrounds. We will also break out into more specialized work time with educators from similar grade-level strands (Early Childhood, Elementary & Middle School). Our keynote speaker this year is Ben Mardell from Project Zero and we are offering 19.5 hours of continuing education credits. 

Middle School Workshop: Building a Culture of Collaboration What classroom experiences merit genuine collaboration? How do we scaffold these experiences to foster inclusivity, promote dialogue, and invite productive struggle? Together we will explore activities and routines that build a classroom culture of collaboration. This workshop strand will be taught by middle school math teacher Liz Caffrey, but will incorporate a range of subject-specific examples. We will explore how a strong classroom culture makes it possible for students to innovate together, especially through taking action for justice and working on interdisciplinary projects. There will be space for teachers to debrief, learn, and troubleshoot together. Participants will leave with practical tools to apply in their classrooms, as well as many inspiring ideas for collaborative projects!
Elementary School Workshop: Social Justice Embedded in Classroom Culture
Intentionality is the cornerstone of creating a classroom culture that is inclusive and responsive to a diverse group of learners. Learning at all ages can be rich and meaningful, infused with playfulness and even a touch of magic. Learning about human beings—what is true about them and what they need, want, and deserve—helps children connect and empathize. It fosters a child’s desire to reach out and support others. Second-grade teacher Jill Ferraresso will take you through some of the ways that she designs her classroom to support the brilliance of every child. Using examples from Jill’s social studies and social justice curricula as inspiration, participants in this workshop strand will practice designing lessons to fit their own classrooms and schools, allowing room for responsiveness to the unique children in their midst.

Early Childhood Workshop: Building a Nurturing Ecosystem for Young Learners
A child’s social-emotional well-being is the foundation from which high-quality learning develops. However, it is nearly impossible to measure or teach social-emotional skills in a one-size-fits-all manner. Our role as early childhood educators is to support children in developing the skills to form healthy relationships, navigate their own and others’ feelings, build independence, and establish a sense of self within a community. Bob Dowling and Mia Bullock, two of Atrium School’s early childhood educators, are excited to share how they use intentional play-based learning in their classrooms to spark joy and support student growth. The goal of this workshop strand is to create a space for early childhood educators to learn and grow together. During our time, we will: develop a shared understanding of child development theory, curate a collection of resources and activities that can be brought back to your school, and create a space for teachers to share their own experiences and build community.