School District Psychologist in Worcester, Massachusetts at Abby Kelley Foster School

Position: School Psychologist
Location: District

Reports To: Director of Special Education, in partnership with District Principals

Subordinates: None
Employment Status: Full-time, Salary

School Year: 2025- 2026 & 2026-2027

Salary: School Year Instructional Salary Scale

Position Summary:

The District School Psychologist supports the academic, social, and emotional development of our students. The successful candidate will collaborate with educators, parents, and administrators to create a supportive learning environment that addresses the diverse needs of our student population. This is a full-time position following the academic calendar.

This job description outlines the core duties and responsibilities for the position. It is not meant to be an exhaustive list of all tasks that may be required in this role. The ideal candidate should be flexible and adaptable in meeting the evolving needs of the District.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations of students referred for potential special education services, primarily within the district.

• Intervention: Develop and implement individualized intervention strategies to support students' mental health and learning challenges. Provide counseling to students to address needs at the special education level.

• Consultation: Consult with teachers, school administration, parents, and others regarding the planning, implementation, and evaluation of individual and group social-emotional interventions designed to address students' learning as well as social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.

• Crisis Management: Assist the student support team in managing crisis situations with students and provide immediate support as needed.

• IEP and Special Education Support: Function as a member of the building-level special education team in providing special education and counseling-based services to students with and without disabilities, including participating in IEP meetings and other school-wide planning activities.

• Confidentiality and Compliance: Maintain confidentiality of student records and ensure all practices adhere to federal, state, and local regulations, as well as school policies.

• Professional Development: Attend training sessions, conferences, seminars, and district meetings to stay informed about best practices in school psychology.

• Collaboration and Leadership: Serve on district committees, task forces, and work groups as requested.

• Continuous Learning: Keep abreast of changing developments, trends, instructional methods, and educational technologies to enhance service delivery.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in School Psychology from a program approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), including a 1,200-hour advanced practicum with at least 600 hours in a school setting.

• Possession of a School Psychologist license issued by the Massachusetts DESE.

• Prior experience working with elementary-aged children in a diverse school setting is preferred.

• Strong assessment and diagnostic skills.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Ability to develop and implement effective intervention strategies.

• Knowledge of current laws and regulations pertaining to special education and student rights.

Additional Requirements:

• Background check and fingerprinting as required by Massachusetts state regulations.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Must be able to lift, move, or assist students when necessary.

• Completion of any required professional development or certifications as mandated by the District.

Work Environment:

• This position operates in a school and office setting.

• Some travel between schools may be required.

• Occasional evening and weekend events for parent meetings, college nights, or professional development may be necessary.

Important Note:

Applicants who are hired for this position and are found to have provided falsified or inaccurate information during the application process are subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.

Compensation and Benefits:

Full-Time Exempt Salary Position in accordance with the established Teacher’s Salary Scale. AKFCS also provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following:

• Massachusetts Teachers Retirement System (MTRS): TBD

• Medical/Dental/Vision

• Life Insurance

• 403(b) & ROTH403(b) with Match

• Stipend for Professional/Personal Development

• Dash Pass (DoorDash)

• YMCA Discounts

• Comprehensive Private Leave of Absence Program (PFML)

• Sick Time with Sick Bank

• Personal Days

• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Abby Kelley Foster Public Charter School is an affirmative action employer, ensuring that its programs and facilities are accessible to the public. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, gender identity, sex, pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions, national origin, homelessness, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other status or class protected by state or federal law.

Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School Mission

The mission of the Abby Kelley Foster Charter Public School is to assist families in their role as primary educators of their students by providing a liberal arts education representative of diverse works and global perspectives and aimed at academic excellence, musical competence, and character formation.