School Psychologist

Woburn Public Schools • Woburn, MA

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About The Position

The Woburn Public Schools School Psychologist helps students develop their intellectual, social, and emotional capabilities. The role reports to the Director of Student Services, Student Services Coordinator, and Building Principal(s). The psychologist conducts evaluations, supports eligibility and reevaluation processes, collaborates with school staff and families, participates in student support teams, and provides counseling and therapeutic services. The position also contributes to behavioral interventions, crisis response, professional development, and the district’s therapeutic program as requested.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an approved school psychology program.
• Appropriate Massachusetts DESE state certification as a School Psychologist.
• Experience in a culturally diverse public school setting.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of child development.

Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret formal and informal cognitive and other relevant evaluations for special-services eligibility and ongoing reevaluations.
• Assist with assessments at other academic levels as needed.
• Prepare written assessment reports for student evaluations.
• Collaborate with district building and support staff, parents, and outside agencies to meet student needs.
• Participate in IEP teams and other relevant school-based teams, including crisis support and the Instructional Support Team (RTI/MTSS).
• Write IEP goals and objectives and monitor and report on student progress.
• Provide group and individual social-skills lessons and individual counseling based on student needs and IEP goals and objectives.
• Consult on and contribute to behavioral interventions and plans with district BCBA and behavioral staff, as appropriate.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and maintain knowledge of intervention strategies and assessments related to instructional strategies, behavior management, behavioral intervention plans, and emotional disabilities.
• Provide counseling and other therapeutic services to the Woburn Memorial High School therapeutic program as requested.
• Design and deliver professional development upon request.
• Participate in the district crisis team and attend related trainings.
• Conduct home visits as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Administration.

Benefits

• Benefits and salary are in accordance with the WTA collective bargaining agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time