SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST - LORING - .5 FTE LOR Psych - .5 FTE

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School Psychologist - .5 FTE

Reports to: Principal

Location:Israel Loring Elementary School

Position Summary:

The psychologist will work within the special education department as a Team member in the evaluation/reevaluation process, counseling students on IEP’s, and consulting and collaborating with program staff, teachers, administrators, and parents to support children. The psychologist will also work collaboratively with the school counselor to enhance mental health supports and services in the building.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

Consultation

• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to find effective solutions to learning and behavior problems;

• Help others understand child development and how it affects learning and behavior;

Evaluation

• Evaluate eligibility for special education and Section 504;

• Assess academic skills and aptitude for learning;

• Determine social-emotional development and mental health status;

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments;

Intervention

• Provide psychological counseling to help resolve interpersonal or family problems that interfere with school performance;

• Work directly with children and their families to help resolve problems in adjustment and learning;

• Provide training in social skills and behavior management;

• Help families and schools manage crises such as death, illness, or community trauma;

• Create positive behavior intervention plans;

Prevention

• Promote tolerance, understanding, and appreciation of diversity within the school community;

• Develop programs to make schools safer and more effective learning environments;

Research and Planning

• Use evidence-based research to develop and/or recommend effective interventions.

Classification: SEA Unit Position

Work Year: 183 days (1.0 FTE)

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience based on the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.

Position Type:

Part-time

Positions Available:

1

Welcome to Israel Loring Elementary School!

The Loring School, in creating our new and unique community, is committed to educating all children in a fully inclusive, child-centered environment, celebrating diversity, respecting individual needs and talents, and above all else preserving the dignity of the child. Our developmentally appropriate curriculum is designed to support the total growth of each child—socially, emotionally, academically, creatively, and physically.

Core Values: Respect, Responsibility, Caring, Best Effort

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sudbury Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Job Requirements

Qualifications:

• Possession of a Master’s Degree or higher in School Psychology;

• Massachusetts DESE license as School Psychologist required.

• Experience as a school psychologist in the public sector and familiar with special education process, laws and regulations.

Hiring is contingent upon a successful CORI and fingerprinting clearance. All finalists will be required to provide official transcripts.

Deadline:

Resumes will be reviewed upon receipt and the position will remain open until filled.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Company info

Sudbury Public Schools
Phone : 978-579-0870
Fax : 978-579-0890
Website : http://www.sudbury.k12.ma.us/