Westhill High School: Long-Term Substitute School Psychologist

Sylvania; Riverbank (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Stamford Public Schools seek a Long-Term Substitute School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves substituting for the regular psychologist on a daily or long-term basis, supporting student growth, and coordinating with teachers to ensure continuity of services.

Certification in CT is preferred; if not certified, a Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in the content area may qualify for authorization consideration.

Qualifications

• Certified School Psychologist qualification required (CT) or eligible.
• CT certification status may be pursued through CSDE if not currently certified but holding a Bachelor's degree with 12 credits in the content area.

Responsibilities

• Cover daily or long-term substitute psychologist duties as assigned.
• Assess and support students’ development and learning.
• Collaborate with staff, communicate progress to the regular classroom team.
• Maintain professional conduct and classroom management in the absence of the regular psychologist.

Education

CT School Psychologist Certification

Bachelor's degree + 12 credits in content area

Job description

Westhill High School: Long-Term Substitute School Psychologist

Date Available: 2026-2027 School Year

Compensation

Certified School Psychologist: $225.00 per day

About Stamford Public Schools

The mission of Stamford Public Schools (SPS) is to provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body and heart in every student. Our vision is for SPS to be a learning organization that continuously improves its effective, innovative and transformational teaching and learning. We will challenge, inspire and prepare all students to be productive contributing members of society.

SPS strives to hire exceptional, diverse, and passionate staff who help us achieve our mission and vision. If you share our commitment to Success for ALL, we would love for you to become a part of our learning community!

General Statement

The substitute teacher replaces the regular teacher on either a daily or long term basis, and is therefore responsible for the continuation of all learning activities in the classroom. As such, they are expect to understand human growth and development and be knowledgeable about what is to be taught and demonstrate facility in the basic skills of reading, writing and mathematics, or whatever subject area they are assigned. They are expected to effectively communicate with students and establish a positive climate in the classroom in the absence of the regular classroom teacher, and maintain classroom discipline. They are also expected to communicate with the classroom teacher they are replacing, informing them of their progress in the assigned lessons and other issues that occurred in the classroom in the teacher's absence.

Connecticut State Department of Education Certification

This assignment is expected to continue for more than 40 days, and therefore we are seeking a certified candidate. If you are not currently certified in CT, but hold a Bachelor's degree and 12 credits in the content area to be taught, we will apply to the CSDE for Long-Term Substitute Authorization.

Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

Note

The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.