SY 25 -26 School Psychologist (2 positions)

Fitchburg Public School • Fitchburg, MA

108d

About The Position

The Clinical Interventionist/School Social Worker is responsible for delivering a high-quality instructional experience consistent with the curriculum standards of the school district. Essential duties for all faculty members include classroom instruction; conferences with students, parents, and colleagues; active participation in the work of the department on curriculum development, activities, and pedagogy.

Requirements

• A Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education license in School Psychologist - All levels.
• SEI Endorsement preferred.
• Knowledge of current education legislation/regulations.
• Ability to work effectively with teachers, support staff, and parents, and advocate for children to effectively problem solve.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills and the ability to work with all stakeholders.
• Belief in the commitment to increasing personal growth, both academic and social-emotional, to obtain the highest level of achievement for every student.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive psycho-educational assessments following federal and state special education regulations and district policy in the following areas: cognitive, academic, social/emotional, behavioral, adaptive behavior, sensory/motor, and other factors pertinent to the child's learning capacity.
• Interpret assessment findings to students, parents, staff, and others concerned with the welfare of students.
• Assist in the identification of students who are at risk of educational failure.
• Participate in school-based pre-referral activities.
• Assist in designing programs for children identified as at risk for failure.
• Assist in school-wide initiatives to make schools safer and conducive to learning.
• Provide teachers and other professionals with consultation services that will assist them in helping each student reach their potential in the least restrictive educational environment.
• Conduct classroom screening to assist teachers in planning effective educational strategies for all students.
• Assist in the planning and implementation of behavior management programs and behavioral support plans.
• Provide crisis counseling and intervention.
• Provide individual and group counseling to address academic, social, and developmental concerns.
• Participate in a variety of school-based teams to assist in intervention planning and program planning (Crisis Team, solution-seeking team, SCAN Team, 504 Team, Special Education Team, and Re-Entry Team).
• Provide in-service opportunities for staff.
• Participate in school-based or district-wide initiatives addressing student, school, or district needs.
• Work cooperatively with all school staff to enhance the services offered to all students in the school system.
• Follow professional practices consistent with the district's policies in working with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings and other assigned meetings and activities according to school policy.
• Maintain and improve professional competence through attendance at professional development events, and by self-generated activities that meet district expectations and the requirements for recertification.
• Assist administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct.
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, maintaining order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, colleagues, and parents concerning both the broad academic and behavioral progress of assigned students.
• Promote equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning, including implementing specific strategies for students with special needs, with 504 plans and/or English Learners.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the building Principal, SPSA, and Asst. Director of Special and Director of Special Education.

Benefits

• Competitive and comprehensive health benefits are offered through the City of Fitchburg.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Master's degree