Elementary School Psychologist – Rise Program

Danvers Public Schools; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Danvers Public Schools in Danvers, MA, is seeking an Elementary School Psychologist for the Rise Program at Thorpe Elementary. The role focuses on overseeing a specialized program to support students with emotional disabilities, conducting evaluations, and coordinating with families and service providers.

The position requires professional licensure in school psychology and a Master’s degree (Doctoral/Specialist preferred).

Qualifications

• DESE License in School Psychology required or equivalent.
• Master’s degree or higher preferred, Specialist/Doctoral preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Program Coordination and Oversight for Rise Program.
• Lead development and implementation of individualized and group supports.
• Monitor fidelity and effectiveness of interventions with data-based adjustments.
• Coordinate with school and district staff to align with IEP goals.
• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations for students in the program.
• Administer and interpret cognitive, behavioral, social-emotional, and adaptive assessments.

Education

DESE License - School Psychologist (Master’s, Specialist, or Doctoral)

Master degree preferred

Job description

Elementary School Psychologist – Rise Program

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Job Details

Job ID: 5897932

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 2, 2026

Job Description

Elementary School Psychologist – Rise Program

Assistant Director of Special Education / Building Principal

Overview

• The School Psychologist – Rise Program is responsible for the oversight and implementation of a specialized program designed to support students with emotional disabilities.
• This role involves delivering specially designed instruction, facilitating skill-building interventions, conducting psychological evaluations, providing consultation to staff, and serving as a liaison among students, families, and service providers to promote emotional regulation, behavioral success, and academic engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Program Coordination and Oversight
• Lead the development and implementation of individualized and group-based supports for students with emotional disabilities.
• Monitor the fidelity and effectiveness of interventions and adjust programming as needed based on data and student progress.
• Coordinate with school and district-level staff to align emotional support programming with IEP goals and district policies.
• Psychological Evaluation and Assessment
• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations for students within the emotional support program as part of initial evaluations, reevaluations, and ongoing eligibility determinations.
• Administer and interpret cognitive, behavioral, social-emotional, and adaptive assessments in alignment with state and federal guidelines.

Full time benefited employees at the Danvers Public Schools are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package offered through the Town of Danvers. Click HERE for a highlight of these benefits.

Additional Information: The Danvers Public School District is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in education and employment. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, or homelessness in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, and other school-administered programs and activities.

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $61,187 to $120,066 Per Year

Student Services > Psychologist

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Job Requirements

• DESE License -School Psychologist Master’s, Specialist, or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from an accredited program.
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Pamela Ames
• 64 Cabot Road
• Danvers, Massachusetts 01923
• Phone: [phone] x2219
• Email: [e-mail]