School Psychologist - All Levels

Springfield Public Schools, MO • Springfield, MA

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About The Position

The position is responsible for administering comprehensive assessments that address areas of suspected disability and writing professional reports that provide educationally relevant recommendations. The role includes participation in 603 CMR Team meetings as an evaluator to help determine eligibility for special education. The individual will report directly to the Supervisor of Clinical and Behavioral Services.

Requirements

• Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Certified as a School Psychologist by the Massachusetts Department of Education.
• Licensing as an Educational Psychologist by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Allied Mental Health is preferred (all levels).
• Prefer three years, on a full-time basis, as a psychologist working with children of school age, with one year in a school setting. A year of suitable internship experience may be counted toward the three year requirement.
• Prefer two years of successful teaching experience.
• Proven ability to work effectively with/for children and adults in a multi-cultural community.
• Empathetic to the needs of young people and adults in the area of special needs.
• Bilingual/Bicultural (Hispanic) is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Be directly responsible to the Supervisor of Clinical and Behavioral Services.
• Administer comprehensive assessments that address the areas of suspected disability and write comprehensive and professional reports on assessments that provide educationally relevant recommendations.
• Participate in 603 CMR Team meetings as an evaluator to help determine eligibility for special education.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits
• Numerous cutting-edge professional development opportunities for all staff
• Career advancement opportunities
• Support for staff in achieving a college degree or certification pathways

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree