School Psychologist

•Administer and interpret comprehensive psycho-educational assessments (including cognitive, academic, social, and/or behavioral emotional assessments) for designated students at the assigned level. •Assess students referred for school counseling or social skills intervention, and provide intervention as appropriate, including consultation with staff and parents and referral to appropriate outside agencies when needed. •Communicate clearly with school personnel, parents, and community resources in providing services to students while maintaining confidential and professional relationships. •Participate actively in Team Meetings and assist Special Education Coordinator and/or act as Team Chairperson when required. •Participate in Building Child Study Team (CST) and with Response to Intervention/ Massachusetts Tiered Systems of Support initiatives. •Develop/oversee Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs). •Conduct classroom and program observations when necessary. •Complete other duties as reasonably assigned by the Building Principal and Director of Pupil Personnel Services

Requirements

All applicants must submit a letter of intent, resume, college transcripts, certification and three current letters of recommendation.

1. Required: MA Licensure in School Psychology
2. Master’s Degree or higher in Counseling/Psychology
3. Demonstrated skills in assessment and individual and group counseling
4. Experience or practicum in working with students in a middle school setting
5. Experience and/or knowledge of social skills programs such as Social Thinking Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and acceptable.