Teacher - School Psychologist - Elementary

Joseph F. DiPietro Elementary School; Bellingham (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Young World Physical Education is seeking a full-time School Psychologist for Joseph F. DiPietro Elementary School in Bellingham, Massachusetts. The role involves conducting assessments, providing counseling, and collaborating with teachers to support at-risk students.

The ideal candidate will have a degree approved by the State Board of Education, experience in counseling, and a valid Massachusetts license. Knowledge of special education laws is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in providing individual and group counseling services.
• Knowledgeable of state and national special education laws.
• Ability to conduct psychological and educational assessments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluations and prepare evaluation reports.
• Provide counseling and therapeutic services for at-risk students.
• Consult with teachers and staff about individual student needs.

Skills

Individual and group counseling

Knowledge of special education laws

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Strong writing skills

Education

Degree approved by State Board of Education

Supervised clinical experience in counseling

Valid license to practice in Massachusetts

Job description

Teacher - School Psychologist - Elementary

Bellingham Public Schools, Joseph F. DiPietro Elementary School, Bellingham, Massachusetts

Job Details

• Job ID: 5799364
• Application Deadline: Jul 06, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Posted: Jun 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

TITLE: School Psychologist - Elementary School

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• The School Psychologist will conduct evaluations, prepare and present evaluation reports, participate in the Team meeting process and provide counseling/therapeutic services for at risk students.
• The School Psychologist will be a collaborative member of the Team and provide support and consultation to teachers and staff.
• Responsible for the completion of all appropriate State Mandated Special Education forms in compliance with mandated timelines.
• Conducts psychological and educational assessments and assists staff in the development and implementation of evidence based interventions.
• Determines and conducts assessments needed for initial and re-evaluation determination of special education.Consults with general and special education teachers, support staff, guidance, and related service providers.
• Prepares professional reports from assessments
• Assists in the developing and writing of individualized educational programs (IEP), as part of the TEAM process.
• Participates in Functional Behavioral Assessments and assists in the development and implementation of Positive Behavioral Intervention Plans.
• Provides recommendations to regular and special education teachers on how to meet the needs of the child. Familiarity with student learning differences and interventions. Provide consultation to teachers regarding differentiated instruction. Ability to gather data and interpret the data to assess interventions.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Conducts TEAM meetings, as needed.
• Assumes the role of 504 Plan coordinator, if directed.
• Assumes responsibilities as might be assigned by the Building Principal, Assistant Superintendent of Student Service, and/or the Superintendent of Schools.

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in providing individual and group counseling and social skills services
• Is knowledgeable of the state and national special education and confidentiality laws and regulations and complies with all regulations and timelines.
• Willing to submit to a medical examination.
• Demonstrated ability to relate favorably with students despite the inappropriate behaviors they may sometimes manifest.
• Must profess a sincere concern for and optimism to assist young people.Must be a person with professional competence and personal integrity.
• Must possess effective verbal and written communication skills and well developed interpersonal skills.
• Strong writing skills.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with parents, students, and staff.

EDUCATIONAL PREPARATION

• A degree from an institution approved by the State Board of Education will be required, in addition to a background of experience, which is broad and varied.
• The applicant must have completed at least one semester of full-time supervised clinical experience in counseling and the administration of psychological testing.
• Must submit a valid license to practice in the State of Massachusetts.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories

• Classroom Teacher > Elementary
• Student Services > Psychologist

Contact Information

• Lisa Surrette
• 4 Mechanic Street
• Bellingham, Massachusetts 02019
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]