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School Psychologist Position Open

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Description

This position for a general school psychologist role that covers West Elementary school and West Middle School. There is an additional psychologist also assigned to West Elementary.

Of note, we hope applicants will desire working within layered team supports. The APS psychology team works together in a peer supervision model, the admin supervisor of the psychology team is a neuropsychologist, and psychologists are part of their buildings’ mental and behavioral health teams alongside social workers, BCBAs, and nursing. Psychologists in a general role do not have a counseling caseload and are not required to respond to crises; however, this particular assignment features the opportunity to consult to the district’s Autism programming, which is on site in both buildings, as well to any cases of interest in the general milieu. 

Responsibilities

  • Testing/Assessment:
    • Complete comprehensive psycho-educational assessments that cover domains pertinent to school functioning: cognitive, academic, social/emotional, behavioral, adaptive behavior, and other factors pertinent to the child’s learning capacity. 
    • Applicants should have a solid knowledge of frequently used tests and measures and an openness to learning new measures and workshopping creative test battery solutions.
    • Applicants should have a strong ability to interpret assessment findings for all audiences: students, parents, staff, and other parties involved in children’s care (i.e. treatment teams, case managers).
    • Applicants should be comfortable reviewing and understanding outside evaluations (i.e. educational and neuropsychological evaluations from hired examiners).
  • Prevention and Consultation:
    • Participation on MTSS teams to identify students who are at risk of educational challenges.
    • Classroom observation and consultation.
    • Participate in school-wide academic and social/emotional health efforts.
    • Collaborate with other mental and behavioral health staff (i.e. social workers, BCBAs) to implement workshops for teachers.  

Essential Skills

  • Communication skills:
    • Applicants should be able to communicate clearly in both written and oral forms to present information and respond to inquiries from colleagues, parents, and other parties (i.e. outpatient providers).
  • Discipline-based professional expertise:
    • Applicants should be able to describe the tools used by psychologists to parties outside the discipline, such as explaining tests/measures, why certain tests may be chosen, and how different measures can be compared/contrasted.
  • Data collection:
    • Applicants should have comfort advocating for data-driven decision making.
    • Within the testing and assessment process, applicants should be comfortable incorporating data from a variety of sources, including test data, information from criterion-based measures used in the classroom, schoolwide standardized testing and progress-monitoring efforts, etc.
  • Technology:
    • Applicants should have a basic knowledge of Google-based programs and software solutions, video conferencing tools, and Microsoft applications for producing reports (i.e. assessment reports, data charts).
    • Applicants should have an openness and flexibility to learn new technologies and software solutions, such as learning management systems, novel methods of communication, and platforms that facilitate data collection, including psychological testing data.

Qualifications

  • School Psychology licensure by MA Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) is mandatory.
  • Masters Degree of higher in psychology or related field is mandatory.
  • National Certification in School Psychology (NCSP) is strongly preferred.

Supplemental Information

Andover Public Schools (APS) seeks candidates who embody our ethos, which includes valuing the identities of all students, high expectations for all students, teaching excellence, collaboration, innovation, respect, and responsibility.
APS is committed to hiring and supporting a racially and ethnically diverse faculty and staff.  Racially and ethnically diverse teachers produce a myriad of positive outcomes for all students, especially the most historically marginalized students.

To apply: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/andoverma/jobs/4977455/school-psychologist

Quincy Public School District Job Opportunities

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Quincy Public Schools is seeking highly qualified educators who reflect the racial and ethnic diversity of our students and community, are committed to the ideals of public education, can engage effectively with students and parents, and are committed to providing high-quality, antibiased, and culturally responsive learning opportunities for students.

Quincy Public Schools has many recent job postings available, including opportunities in special education, school psychology, math and science, and many more. Please refer to their official website for a full listing and descriptions of all their great opportunities.

Quincy Public Schools opportunities

You may consider joining the district as a substitute or paraprofessional in the meantime to gain experience and connections in the district. They are also working on several grants to provide free tuition for Masters programs in Special Education and ESL for their employees. Joining as a paraprofessional is a great way to gain experience in the district while potentially furthering your education (subject to receiving grant funding).

If interested, please submit an interest form and refer to the website above for further information.

School Psychology Jobs and Internships in NC

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RESOURCE: There is a website with school psychology job postings and a compiled list of internships available in North Carolina for the 25-26 school year. Most of the internship positions offered in NC are paid, and many also offer benefits.

Questions? Contact: Megan Cardin, School Psychology Consultant at Megan.Cardin@dpi.nc.gov or 984-236-2812

School Psychologist 2024-2025 [Lincoln Public Schools]

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Lincoln, MA is a residential suburb located 12 miles northwest of Boston. The community is rich in history with a strong tradition of citizen participation. The school district serves students in grades pre-kindergarten through eight. In addition to the K-8 Lincoln School, the district operates the Primary School and Middle School at Hanscom Air Force Base as well as an integrated Preschool. Lincoln has a long tradition of educational excellence and strives to offer innovative, student-centered instruction in an inclusive setting with small class sizes. As a founding member of the METCO Program, Lincoln has maintained its commitment to diversity and multi-cultural education.

Primary Purpose: To support and advise students, staff and parents regarding emotional, behavioral, and academic growth of students, grades pre-K-8 and to evaluate students for educational disabilities, as well as, support general and special education eligibility processes.

Duties and Responsibilities

Consultation:

  1. Advise and assist teachers, other professionals and parents regarding student learning profiles, accommodations, and program modifications to manage challenging student situations and to facilitate appropriate behavior and learning.
  2. Consult with parents, outside service providers and state agencies to facilitate cohesive services and resource coordination for students.
  3. Assist families with identifying supports and strategies to address challenges presented by students with serious emotional disabilities.
  4. Participate on Instructional Support Teams, upon Principal’s request, focusing on social, emotional, and behavioral functioning of students.
  5. Advise administrators on matters relating to student behavior and safety.
  6. Promote appreciation and support for human diversity.

Evaluation:

  1. Administer psychological, social and emotional, and academic assessments, interpret data, assist with determining the disability status of students, write reports and make recommendations to enhance student’s educational experience.
  2. Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and support staff with the development of Behavioral Intervention Plans as necessary.
  3. Participate on TEAM Evaluation and Section 504 Accommodation Plan processes. 

Intervention:

  1. Support students so that they understand troubling issues and situations.
  2. Participate in crisis intervention and advise administrators regarding intervention plans and related issues.
  3. Counsel students individually and in groups focusing on behaviors that affect educational progress and the development of coping strategies.
  4. Provide short-term or crisis counseling for “at risk” students.
  5. Develop cohesive approaches to support students with mental health issues.
  6. Contact state agencies (i.e., DCF, DMH), and outside therapists and hospitals, as necessary, to gather information, collaborate with planning and make necessary referrals for programs and services.
  7. Serve as liaison, as assigned, for students on IEPs and 504 Accommodation Plans.
  8. Collaborate with district administration to plan and provide parent/guardian and staff education programs.

Other:

  1. Serve on school and system-wide mental health teams.
  2. Complete documentation necessary for TEAM and Section 504 Accommodation Plan processes to include social emotional/ behavioral goals for the IEP.
  3. Document necessary student situations as required by the state (i.e., 51A process).
  4. Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Administrator for Student Services or the Building Principal.

Qualifications

  • Masters degree from an accredited college or university
  • Licensed as a School Psychologist by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • The ability to administer, interpret and report on educational assessments, psychological assessments (cognitive and projective instruments)
  • Demonstrated understanding on the processes and regulations which govern the special education process
  • The ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team using a collaborative decision-making process to reach consensus
  • Other requirements that may be determined by the Administrator for Student Services or the Building Principal. 

Any questions can be directed to Lisa Berard , Administrator of Student Services, lberard@lincnet.org

MORE INFORMATION AND APPLICATION: https://www.schoolspring.com/jobdetail?jobId=4980683

Job Opportunity: Education Coordinator at the Department of Children and Families (DCF) – Wakefield, MA

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Hi Tufts community!

I’m an alum of Tufts and I wanted to share an exciting opportunity with you. I’m leaving my current position as Education Coordinator at the Department of Children and Families (DCF), and they’re looking for a new hire.

This role is a great fit for individuals interested in the intersection of mental health and education access, those curious about special education law, or anyone looking to transition away from the classroom but still work in an educational setting.

Position Details:

  • Title: Education Coordinator
  • Location: Hybrid (with office based in Wakefield, MA)
  • Focus Areas: Mental health, education access, special education law
  • Great For: Anyone interested in bridging education with social services, mental health, or policy

For more details, check out the full posting here. Feel free to email me at nkarmel898@gmail.com if you have any questions about the role or the work environment.

Thanks, and I hope this opportunity reaches the right person!

Best,
Naomi

School Psychologist (Holyoke, MA)

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The Positive Regard Network (Chicopee/Holyoke, MA) has an opening for a School Psychologist. To learn more about this position, click here.

Holyoke Center School is a Full-Year private day school serving students ages 5-22 with a variety of special needs. Springdale Education Center (SEC) is an approved private school by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education. SEC is an intensive, highly structured, therapeutic year-round day school which provides a range of educational, clinical, psycho-educational, behavioral and outreach services for youth ages 5-22. These students are challenged with serious mental health issues, have engaged in aggressive behaviors and have provided a significant challenge to caregivers.

If you’re interested, please contact Lisa M. Stancil, Human Resources Manager, at lstancil@positiveregard.com