School Psychologist

Young World Physical Education; Winsted (CT); On-site; USD 44,456 - 100,709; Full time

Job summary

Winchester Public Schools in Winsted, Connecticut is seeking a School Psychologist to support learning and development through psychoeducational assessment and consultation. The role involves evaluating students, assisting with planning teams, communicating results to families, and collaborating with administrators, teachers and outside agencies.

Qualification includes Certification as School Psychologist; compensation ranges from $44,456 to $100,709 for 2026-2027; employment is full-time under

Qualifications

• Certification as School Psychologist is required.
• Connecticut school psychology credential may be required where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all published and disseminated rules, regulations and policies of the Board of Education.
• Evaluation: assumes responsibility for psychoeducational assessments as recommended and delineated by the Planning and Placement Team.
• Interprets test results to pupils, parents and staff, emphasizing applicability of results to the learning situation; shares results with outside agencies, as authorized.
• Implementation: provides assistance and expertise to Planning and Placement Teams in initiating new programs or in modifying those in existence.
• Acts as a child advocate to help create an atmosphere where individual needs are recognized and strengths respected.

Education

Certification as School Psychologist

Job description

School Psychologist

Winchester Public Schools District-wide - Winsted, Connecticut Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5847718
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 22, 2026 7:06 PM (UTC)

Job Description

School Psychologist

Winchester Public Schools is seeking a School Psychologist

Position Purpose:

The school psychologist is a resource person whose expertise lies in learning and development
theory as well as in intellectual, behavioral and social/emotional assessment. Assuming the role
of consultant to administrators, teachers, parents, and/or students, the school psychologist
facilitates the maximum intellectual, social and emotional growth of each pupil in the schools.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Complies with all published and disseminated rules, regulations and policies of the Board of Education.
• Has an understanding of the Connecticut Common Core of Teaching, the Connecticut Common Core of Learning and the Connecticut Framework documents and their role in facilitating improved student learning.
• Complies with all published and disseminated rules, regulations and policies of the Federal and State Department of Education as they apply to Special Education.
• Evaluation: assumes responsibility for individual psychoeducational assessments as recommended and delineated by the Planning and Placement Team.
• Assists administrators in group testing when appropriate.
• Interprets test results to pupils, parents and staff, emphasizing applicability of results to the learning situation; shares results with outside agencies, as authorized.
• Implementation: provides assistance and expertise to the Planning and Placement Teams in initiating new programs or in modifying those in existence.
• Acts as a child advocate to help create an atmosphere where individual needs are recognized and strengths respected.
• Facilitates in transitioning students into and out of special education programs.
• Maintains communication between the home, school, and outside agencies,
• Serves as liaison within a school building.
• Performs additional duties, where appropriate, which are assigned within the scope of employment and certification.

Qualifications:

• Certification as School Psychologist

Working Conditions:

• Per Contract with the WEA
• Reports to: Director of Special Services and Assistant Director
• Work Year: by contract
• Pay Ranges for 2026-2027 School Year $44,456.00 - $ 100,709.00

Requirements:

• Must pass federal and local background checks
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must complete all pre-employment requirements before the start date.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.

Application Procedure:

Please visit the Winchester Public Schools website to apply online at www.winchesterschools.org Be sure to attach your cover letter, resume, and three recent references.

The Winchester Board of Education, per its policy, does not make employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law ("Protected Class"), except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification

Position Type: Full-time
Job Categories:

Student Services > Psychologist

Job Requirements

Contact Information

• Darlene Bentley
• 338 Main Street - PO Box 648
• Winsted, Connecticut 06098-1625
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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