School Psychologist

Waltham Public Schools; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Waltham Public Schools is seeking a School Psychologist to assess students’ abilities and needs through standardized testing to inform appropriate educational supports.

The role requires MA School Psychologist licensure, master’s degree, and experience with evaluation reporting and IEP processes within a district setting. Immediate start; salary per WEA contract; on-site position in Waltham, MA.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Education as a School Psychologist.
• Demonstrated subject matter competence in licensure area.

Responsibilities

• Interpret assessment data and present findings to support IEP decisions.
• Contribute to IEP team meetings and reporting.
• Maintain accurate assessment records for state requirements.

Skills

Testing administration

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree

Massachusetts School Psychologist licensure

Tools

Standardized tests

Job description

School Psychologist

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Job Details

Job ID: 5926356

Application Deadline: Sep 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 14, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

The purpose of this position is to have an individual who can assess students' abilities and needs through standardized testing and evaluations to provide data necessary for determining appropriate educational supports.

Qualifications : ..

Education, Training and Experience:

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure from the Massachusetts Department of Education as a School Psychologist..
• Demonstrated subject matter competence, highly qualified, in the area of licensure.

Knowledge Required:

• Currency in diagnostic and prescriptive evaluation instruments and techniques..
• Effective presentation of findings orally and in writing.

Abilities Required:

• Ability to evaluate students of all ages.
• Ability to administer required student testing and assessments.

Skills Required:

• Effective testing management skills.
• Excellent listening, speaking, reading and writing skills.

Supervision : Supervised by principal and/or director.

Description of Duties :

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Management of the Learning Environment
• Utilizes effective and varied diagnostic techniques and procedures.
• Utilizes testing materials properly.
• Teacher/Pupil/Parent Interaction
• Professional and Personal Qualities
• Adheres to the academic, ethical and social standards of the profession.
• Speaks and writes clearly, understandably and appropriately.
• Dresses appropriately and is well-groomed.
• Accepts constructive criticism.
• Applies suggestions for improvement.
• Uses confidential information for professional purposes only.
• Is equitable and sensitive and responsive to all learners.
• Teacher/Staff Relations
• Ensure strict adherence to all state and federal regulatory timelines for completing and filing student evaluation reports.
• Maintain precise and organized assessment records to support accurate data reporting for state requirements and IEP development.
• Participate in IEP team meetings specifically for the purpose of interpreting and presenting evaluation data and testing findings to support placement and service decisions.
• Oversee the security, organization, and inventory maintenance of all diagnostic assessment kits and confidential testing protocols.

Salary: As per the WEA contract.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Email: [e-mail]