Equity-Driven School Psychologist & Data Leader

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Public Schools seeks a School Psychologist to lead instructional leadership, assess student needs, and partner with families to support equity and student success. You will contribute to a joyful, high-performing learning environment and collaborate across teams to ensure culturally responsive practices.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, comprehensive assessments, and serving a diverse student population in Western Massachusetts.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required for licensure as School Psychologist.
• Massachusetts Department of Education School Psychologist certification required.
• Licensing as Educational Psychologist in MA preferred (Allied Mental Health).
• Three years full-time psychologist experience with school-age children preferred, including one year in a school setting.
• Two years of teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to work with children and adults in a multi-cultural community.
• Empathy for the needs of students, families, and staff in special needs areas.

Responsibilities

• Lead instructional leadership to champion rigorous, inclusive teaching practices.
• Use data to drive decisions and accelerate student growth.
• Provide meaningful feedback to elevate teaching and learning.
• Report directly to the Supervisor of Clinical and Behavioral Services.
• Administer comprehensive assessments and write educationally relevant reports with recommendations.
• Participate in 603 CMR Team meetings as an evaluator for eligibility determinations.

Skills

Data-driven decisions

Multicultural competence

Family communication

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Master’s Degree

School Psychologist Certification (MA)

Educational Psychologist License (MA) preferred

Job description

Springfield Public Schools seeks a School Psychologist to lead instructional leadership, assess student needs, and partner with families to support equity and student success. You will contribute to a joyful, high-performing learning environment and collaborate across teams to ensure culturally responsive practices.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, comprehensive assessments, and serving a diverse student population in Western Massachusetts.