School Psychologist

Peabody Public Schools; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 56,540 - 110,244; Full time

Job summary

A public school district in Peabody, Massachusetts is looking for a dedicated School Psychologist to conduct psychological evaluations and provide counseling services to students. The role involves collaboration with teachers and parents as well as participation in the IEP process. The position is full-time, offering a salary range between $56,540 and $110,244. Ideal candidates must be able to work in the United States and possess the necessary skills for educational assessments. Immediate start available.

Qualifications

• Must conduct psychological evaluations to determine learning or emotional disabilities.
• Provide counseling services to students as needed.
• Consult with teachers, parents, and support teams regarding student needs.

Responsibilities

• Administer and interpret evaluations to assess cognitive and emotional needs.
• Develop Individualized Educational Programs in collaboration with the IEP team.
• Provide consultations and trainings to educational staff.

Skills

Psychological evaluations

In-school counseling

Consultation skills

Assessment and diagnosis

IEP process knowledge

Job description

School Psychologist

Peabody Public Schools District wide - Peabody, Massachusetts. Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5472956

Application Deadline: Dec 31, 2025 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Yesterday

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Title: School Psychologist

Report to: Director of Special Education

Job Goal: To determine specific learning disabilities or emotional disabilities by conducting psychological evaluations; to provide clinical consultations and other related services in a public school setting.

Performance Responsibilities

• Administer, interpret, and write up psychological evaluations including cognitive, academic, learning and memory, perceptual–organizational and projective testing.
• Provide in‑school counseling services on a 1-1 or small group setting as deemed appropriate.
• Provide consultation to principals, teachers, guidance counselors and Special Education TEAM members.
• Consult to Instructional Support Teams.
• Provide determinations of disability at TEAM meetings, present results of evaluation and integrate other specialist’s results into a meaningful presentation.
• Perform as an integral role in the IEP TEAM process to develop the Individualized Educational Program.
• Consult with parents.
• Provide in-service training for teachers and peers.
• Assessment of referred student’s difficulties through appropriate psychological testing and diagnosis.
• Perform such duties as directed by the Administrator of Special Education.

Unit A Teacher Contract: Salary guide posted under Human Resources on the District website.

The Peabody School Committee reaffirms its policy of nondiscrimination related to race, religion, color, age, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness or handicap in all matters involved in procuring, employing, promoting, transferring or terminating the employment of personnel. In similar manner, it reaffirms its policy against discrimination related to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or handicap in the admission, instruction, counseling or dismissal of students regarding any courses or programs offered by the Public Schools and indicates its desire that each student be provided educational opportunities consistent with his/her aspirations and abilities. The Committee further indicates its acceptance of all federal and state laws and regulations dealing with the civil rights of parents, students and employees of the School Department.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $56,540 to $110,244. Please see our Salary Schedule (Enter website here)

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Carmen Santana
• 27 Lowell St
• Peabody, Massachusetts 01960
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]