School Psychologist

Strides Therapy and Educational Services•Holyoke, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a dynamic, women-owned and operated and therapist-run company dedicated to providing exceptional support services to schools and students. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment, empowering professionals, and positively impacting the communities we serve. Our team is passionate about helping students succeed both academically and emotionally, and we are looking for a School Psychologist who shares that vision. Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated, empathetic, and experienced in-person School Psychologist to join our team on a contract basis. As a School Psychologist, you will provide comprehensive psychological services to students, collaborate with educators and families, and contribute to fostering a healthy learning environment. You will work in a school setting, offering evaluation, consultation, intervention, and prevention services that support students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral well-being. Essential Duties and Responsibilities not limited to: Conducts extensive psychological evaluations of students Increase achievement by assessing barriers to learning and determining the best instructional strategies to improve learning Evaluate eligibility for special education services (within a multidisciplinary team) Support effective individualized instruction Collects data and provides systematic observations for students experiencing challenges in the school setting. Make referrals and participate in the coordination of community support services Member of school support teams Participates as a crisis team member and provides crisis intervention for students and staff in the advent a situation is warranted Stays current on new developments in the field of education All other duties assigned

Requirements

In person only
Must reside within 45 minutes of the school district
Certification as a School Psychologist by Michigan Department of Education
Experience in data collection, analysis and interpretation
Experience with positive behavior support and with universal strategies on how to support students with behavioral concerns
Experience in the administration and interpretation of a variety of assessments
Knowledge of Special Education Law as outlined within the Michigan Administrative Rules for Special Education (MARSE)
Proven ability to develop modifications and accommodations for the general education curriculum
Experience and training in administering and interpreting psychological evaluations within an educational setting
Proven track record of the ability to develop and maintain positive, approachable and acceptable relationships with school staff, parents, building administrators and the community agencies
Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from a NASP-approved/accredited program
Valid state license or state department of education certification (as needed) as a School Psychologist. (if applicable)
Educator Certificate (if applicable)
Strong skills in psychological testing, counseling, and intervention techniques.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities.
Commitment to cultural competence and diversity.
Passion for working with children and adolescents in educational settings.
Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and adapt to changing needs

Nice To Haves

Bilingual preferred but not a requirement
Prefer experience working as a School Psychologist in a school setting.
Prefer knowledge of state and federal special education laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations to determine students' cognitive, emotional, and behavioral needs.
Collaborate with educators, parents, and school staff to develop and implement individualized education plans (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
Provide counseling and interventions to support students' emotional and mental health needs.
Participate in multidisciplinary teams to address students' academic and behavioral challenges.
Offer consultation and training to school personnel on strategies to improve learning environments and student outcomes.
Promote positive mental health through prevention programs, crisis intervention, and school-wide initiatives.
Maintain accurate and confidential records in compliance with state and federal regulations.
Conducts extensive psychological evaluations of students
Increase achievement by assessing barriers to learning and determining the best instructional strategies to improve learning
Evaluate eligibility for special education services (within a multidisciplinary team)
Support effective individualized instruction
Collects data and provides systematic observations for students experiencing challenges in the school setting.
Make referrals and participate in the coordination of community support services
Member of school support teams
Participates as a crisis team member and provides crisis intervention for students and staff in the advent a situation is warranted
Stays current on new developments in the field of education
All other duties assigned

Benefits

Health Benefits on Day 1 (Medical, Dental, Vision) with 50% employer contribution
401k with match and immediate vesting, 100% match for the first 3% and 50% for 4 %, and 5% (also a part-time benefit)
Up to 40 hours PTO/sick time (also a part-time benefit)
State Licensure Reimbursement
National Certification Stipend
Group professional liability insurance (also a part-time benefit)
Dedicated Educational Services Manager (also a part-time benefit)
Employee Assistance program (also a part-time benefit)
EAP short-term disability (also a part-time benefit)
Cancer insurance (also a part-time benefit)
Pet insurance (also a part-time benefit)
Life insurance (also a part-time benefit)
Catastrophe medical (also a part-time benefit)