School Psychologist (Long-Term Substitute) (SY24-25)

Boston Public Schools; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a dedicated School Psychologist to provide essential psychological services to students aged pre-school through 22. This long-term substitute position involves conducting evaluations, participating in educational planning, and providing counseling services. The ideal candidate will have a Massachusetts School Psychologist license and a passion for helping students thrive in diverse educational settings. Join a team committed to fostering a supportive environment for all students and making a meaningful impact on their educational journeys.

Qualifications

• Licensed as a School Psychologist by the Massachusetts Department of Education.
• Competency in standardized instruments and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Provides psychological evaluations for students in Boston.
• Participates in Individualized Educational Planning Meetings.

Skills

Psychological Evaluation

Educational Planning

Consultation Services

Counseling Services

Crisis Response

Education

Licensed School Psychologist

Fluency in BPS's official languages

Job description

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THIS IS A LONG TERM SUB POSITION. Please note, all substitute teachers are hired as per diem subs, even when placed in long term assignments. All substitutes begin at the per diem rate of pay.

General Information

Boston Public Schools seeks a School Psychologist to provide psychological services to students ages pre-school through 22 years old who attend public, private and parochial schools in Boston. These services include diagnostic, prescriptive, and remedial services, delivered individually and/or in group situations, and through consultation with other professionals.

Reports To: Assistant Director of Psychological Services

Responsibilities:

1. Provides psychological and educational evaluations in a timely manner for Boston students who attend public, private and parochial schools.
2. Participates actively in Individualized Educational Planning Meetings to produce comprehensive and appropriate educational plans for students being evaluated.
3. Provides teachers and other professionals with consultation services to help students reach their potential in the least restrictive environment.
4. Conducts classroom screening to assist teachers in planning effective educational strategies for all students.
5. Provides prevention and counseling services as needed, both individually and in small groups.
6. Provides intervention as needed and is a member of the crisis response team.
7. Participates as a member of the AAF Service Team in the schools assigned.
8. Works cooperatively with all members of the Office of Special Education and Student Services team, as well as school staff, to enhance services for students.
9. Performs other related duties as requested by the Assistant Director of Psychological Services.

Qualifications Required:

1. Licensed as a School Psychologist by the Massachusetts Department of Education
2. Demonstrates competency in the theory, administration, and interpretation of standardized instruments
3. Ability to write comprehensive, informative reports containing educational goals, generated via computer in English

Preferred:

1. Experience in an urban setting providing educational and psychological services
2. Licensed Educational Psychologist
3. Fluency in one of BPS's official languages: Spanish, Creole (Cape Verdean), Creole (Haitian), Chinese, Vietnamese, Portuguese, or Somali.
4. Certification in core content areas and additional certifications such as Moderate Disabilities or ESL for relevant grade levels.

The Boston Public Schools adhere to nondiscrimination policies and do not discriminate based on race, color, age, criminal record (inquiries only), disability, homelessness, sex/gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetics, or military status. Retaliation or bias-based harassment is not tolerated.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Education Administration Programs