26-27 School Psychologist (Step + $5,000)

Young World Physical Education

Cumberland (RI)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 110,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental plan

Internal hiring to capitalize on staff

Referral and return bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

9 personal days per year

Curriculum development opportunities

401(k) with 5% employer match

Generous parental leave

Flex spending accounts

Longevity Bonuses

Enrollment preference for staff's kids

Job summary

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy in Cumberland, Rhode Island, is seeking a School Psychologist to join the Student Services team. The role involves administering tests, conducting evaluations, and supporting RTI processes to improve learning outcomes for scholars across the district.

Qualified candidates hold a Rhode Island certification and an advanced degree in school psychology, with bilingual skills preferred.

Qualifications

Advanced degree in school psychology required.
Bilingual candidates strongly preferred, but not required.
Successful applicants must hold an appropriate Rhode Island certification and licensure by their date of hire. Rhode Island offers reciprocity with over 30 states across the country

Responsibilities

Administer, interpret, and utilize psychological tests, functional behavior assessments, and other evaluation materials to complete comprehensive reports
Participate in the RTI process for scholars with confirmed or suspected special needs and in the subsequent planning of educational programs.
Help school teams use evaluation and observation data to plan instruction that will help scholars meet learning standards and access curriculum
Identify scholars in need of support and/or referral services through observation, data collection, informal evaluation, and formal evaluation, and assist school personnel in the implementation and coordination of appropriate action steps
Work in collaboration with the student support team
Assist school teams in developing, implementing, and monitoring behavior intervention plans
Provide ongoing consultation and modeling of therapeutic strategies for teaching teams and support staff
Maintain accurate, complete, and comprehensive scholar and staff records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
Manage an assessment caseload to maintain strict adherence to all assessment timelines pursuant to special education guidelines
Certification in relevant psychological field
CPI Certified

Education

Advanced degree in school psychology

Job description

26-27 School Psychologist (Step + $5,000)

Blackstone Valley Prep Network Office – Cumberland, Rhode Island

Job Details

Job ID: 5817845
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Aug 6, 2026

Job Description

BVP is an intentionally diverse network of tuition‑free public charter schools. As a founding member of the National Coalition of Diverse Charter Schools, BVP offers high‑quality school choice to families in Central Falls, Cumberland, Lincoln, and Pawtucket.

The mission of Blackstone Valley Prep is to prepare every scholar to achieve their goals for college and the world beyond. BVP’s scholars graduate empowered as learners, individuals, and community members to access opportunities and break down barriers. Apart from academics, we believe that preparing scholars for the world beyond also means experiencing the diversity of the world we live in today. Our network is designed to be diverse, accepting students from the four communities that share a region but differ substantially in their socio‑economic, racial, and ethnic demographics. We seek to create a staff with a similarly diverse set of backgrounds and experiences that reflect that of our students, families, and communities. The BVP Mayoral Academy is now hiring dedicated team members who are willing to do whatever it takes to put all scholars on a path to college. Successful candidates should understand and advocate for the importance of equity in classrooms, curricula, and throughout school systems.

Employees must hold and provide evidence of an appropriate Rhode Island certification by their date of hire. Rhode Island offers reciprocity with over 30 states across the country.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental plan
Internal hiring to capitalize on individual strengths and interests
Referral and return bonuses
Ongoing opportunities for professional development and tuition reimbursement
All staff members receive 9 personal days per year
Opportunities for curriculum development
401(k) retirement plan that is 100% vested immediately with an employer match of 5%
Generous parental leave benefits
Matched flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care
Longevity Bonuses
School‑aged children of BVP employees receive preference in enrollment (restrictions apply)

Expectations

Acts on the belief that 100% of scholars can be successful in college and the world beyond
Embraces the diversity of the BVP community by fostering an environment of respect and inclusion while actively working to build an equitable school community
Cultivates the social and personal skills that will serve scholars in a complex world
Is results driven, with excellent planning and organizing skills, and a “do whatever it takes” attitude and work ethic
Engages meaningfully in school and network professional growth opportunities and enhances professional growth by giving and seeking assistance from other team members
Acts ethically and with integrity while following all school, network, and state policies
Engages families as partners in scholar success while recognizing and respecting differences in family backgrounds, structures, and cultures
Attends mandatory professional development sessions and family meet and greets

*BVP has a policy not to negotiate on salaries. Allowing for negotiations undermines the economic equity we strive for as an organization. We endeavor to pay people well and appreciate our employees. Our transparent salary scale is based on the experience, competencies, and responsibilities required to thrive in this role.

School Psychologist Responsibilities

Administer, interpret, and utilize psychological tests, functional behavior assessments, and other evaluation materials to complete comprehensive reports
Participate in the RTI process for scholars with confirmed or suspected special needs and in the subsequent planning of educational programs. Discuss evaluation results and meaningful recommendations as related to the referral question
Help school teams use evaluation and observation data to plan instruction that will help scholars meet learning standards and access curriculum
Identify scholars in need of support and/or referral services through observation, data collection, informal evaluation, and formal evaluation, and assist school personnel in the implementation and coordination of appropriate action steps
Work in collaboration with the student support team
Assist school teams in developing, implementing, and monitoring behavior intervention plans
Provide ongoing consultation and modeling of therapeutic strategies for teaching teams and support staff
Maintain accurate, complete, and comprehensive scholar and staff records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations
Manage an assessment caseload to maintain strict adherence to all assessment timelines pursuant to special education guidelines
Certification in relevant psychological field
CPI Certified

Qualifications

Advanced degree in school psychology required
Bilingual candidates strongly preferred, but not required
Successful applicants must hold an appropriate Rhode Island certification and licensure by their date of hire. Rhode Island offers reciprocity with over 30 states across the country

Compensation Range

Refer to Teacher STEP Scale

To Apply

Please submit your resume and tailored cover letter online. Your cover letter should highlight your alignment with our mission. Your cover letter and resume should be saved with your first and last name. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we regretfully can only respond to those candidates who best meet the requirements of a specific position or whose backgrounds are generally applicable to our team. If you are selected to advance in the hiring process, you will be contacted by a BVP team member.

Blackstone Valley Prep Mayoral Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, creed, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or ancestry.

Position Type: Full-time

Student Services > Psychologist

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