What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist - Full-time (Part-time considered) position at Weymouth Public Schools?
School Psychologist
Weymouth Public Schools is a dynamic and inclusive learning community dedicated to "Educational Excellence for Every Weymouth Student." Our vision is centered on empowering each individual to reach their full potential in a diverse, equitable, and supportive environment.
We educate over 5,600 students in 11 school buildings, including Weymouth Early Childhood Center, eight elementary schools (grades K-5), Chapman Middle School (grades 6-8), and Weymouth High School (Grades 9-12). At each of our schools, we are committed to fostering curiosity, celebrating diversity, and nurturing a lifelong passion for learning. Our highly qualified educators and staff members work to provide personalized attention and support to ensure that every student thrives.
Full-time position but will consider hiring for 0.5 FTE position
Responsible to:
Reports to the Executive Director of Student Services
Qualifications:
- Must hold a Master's degree or higher
- Candidates should be licensed through DESE as School Psychologist
Responsibilities:
- Process referrals for Special Education evaluations
- Participate in Student Intervention Teams
- Complete psychological and academic assessments for in district and out of district students
- Collaborate with providers and school staff on student needs
- Present evaluation findings and contribute to IEP development
- Support students in crisis as directed by building administration.
- Candidates should have experience completing social-emotional assessments and working with high risk students within an educational setting.
Other Skills and Abilities Required:
- Demonstrate flexibility and ability to carry out instructions
- Demonstrate ability to maintain confidentiality
- Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask, excellent verbal and written
- communication skills
- Ability to operate computers, use Google Suite, and other required programs
- Ability to exercise patience, tact and good judgment
- Ability to identify sensitive information and maintain confidentiality
- Ability to succeed in complex and changing environment
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. At times may need to use physical guidance to assist students. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee frequently must meet multiple demands from several people. The employee is regularly required to sit and stand. The employee may be required to walk long distances; use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Occasionally the employee must use hand/grip strength to operate office equipment. Ability to withstand long term use of computers is required. The employee will be required to respond quickly in the event of emergencies.
Work Environment:
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. There are often multiple
adults engaging with students within the same environment. The employee is required to
regularly interact with the students, staff and the public. May be required to work in the
following environmental conditions: dusty, cold, hot, indoor and outdoor.
Terms of Employment:
183 work days as specified under the provisions of the Weymouth Educators Association (WEA)
Unit D Collective Bargaining Agreement. Employment based on successful completion of a
background check pursuant to state and/or federal laws.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Weymouth 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.
Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement:
https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1727449746/weymouthschoolsorg/eyvtog3cmenuqnmajjkz/UnitACBA9-1-23to8-31-26.pdf
