Job Description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conducts psychological evaluations on in-district and out of district students as needed.
• Provides counseling services as required by student's Individual Education Programs
• Acts as a consultant to staff and parents regarding student learning concerns; and assists in team planning and screening efforts within assigned buildings
• Supports district wide special education programs by providing ongoing consultation to all Special Education programming within assigned schools.
• Possesses knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, regulation, and policies regarding children's special education eligibility and programming.
• Demonstrate knowledge in subject area of Psychological Assessment, IDEA and Chapter 766, and Section 504 regulations
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of district and school curriculum goals
• Plan instruction based upon explicit goals regarding what students should know and be able to do
• Create or provide learning experiences that develop students' abilities and require the application of thinking skills
• Conduct classroom observations and individual psychological evaluations, and consults with appropriate professionals regarding implications and results.
• Provide direct support to students in a classroom by delivering instruction and ensuring learning through a variety of models and strategies.
• Collect and analyze data to develop and implement programs
• Employ a variety of instructional strategies that consider individual learning styles and performance levels
• Ensure appropriate accommodations to the curriculum, lessons and learning environment.
• Design activities and lessons with multiple levels so that all students both meet their IEP goals, and can access the curriculum.
• Formally and informally assess the student learning to create a comprehensive learning program.
• Set high expectations that are suitable based on student's needs.

Family and Community Engagement
• Build a partnership with families, encouraging their active participation in students' learning.
• Communicate student progress and development to parents/guardians
• Consults with private and/or public practitioners regarding student progress and/or needs
• Consults and/or counsels with students, school staff, and parents regarding academic and/or personal/social needs; provides information regarding community services available to students; makes appropriate referrals regarding vocational needs of students

Professional Culture
• Conduct testing and write thorough reports for initial and three year evaluations including cognitive, behavioral, social emotional, and projective testing.
• Maintains accurate records of all psychological services provided.
• Completes clearly written and comprehensive reports which provide practical recommendations.
• Submits all required paperwork within a timely manner, adhering to all federal, state, and local laws and policies.
• Work collaboratively with general education teachers, grade-level teams and other staff, to plan, share student work and ensure that instruction is aligned with identified curriculum and standards.
• Carry out the school's disciplinary code and procedures in a fair and just manner
• Participate in IEP and 504 meetings as required
• Model learning and behavior consistent with the expectations for students
• Attend staff, team, and department meetings as well as serve on staff committees as necessary
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instructional effectiveness for all students
•Complete required Medicaid documentation according to state regulations for services provided.

Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1

Equal Opportunity Employer
Notice of Non-Discrimination
All educational and non-academic programs, activities and employment opportunities at Wilmington Public Schools are offered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, homelessness, age and/or disability, and any other class or characteristic protected by law.

Job Requirements

DEGREE PREFERRED: Master's Degree in School Psychology; CAGS Preferred EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: Previous experience as a School Psychologist ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: A valid Massachusetts DESE license as a School Psychologist

At least 3 years of relevant experience preferredMaster degree preferredCitizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Questions

There are no application questions required for this job posting.

Contact Information

Christine Murray, Coordinator of Behavioral Health
182 Wildwood Street
Wilmington, Massachusetts 01887
Phone: 978-694-6032
Email: christine.murray@wpsk12.com