<p>The Public Schools of Brookline seek a full-time school psychologist to serve students and families in a K-8 school setting. The successful candidate will have expertise in administering and interpreting psychological and educational assessments (both formal and informal), strong written and oral communication skills, and a solid understanding of child development (background in neuropsychology preferred).</p> <p>Responsibilities include but are not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Conducting psychological evaluations assessing cognitive, academic, attention, memory, and social-emotional functioning </li><li>Providing individual and group counseling (e.g., social skills, coping skills) </li><li>Participating in special education Team meetings and writing IEP goals and progress reports </li><li>Participating on school-based mental health and crisis response teams </li><li>Consulting with administrators, educators, and related service providers (e.g., BCBA, SLP, OT, PT) </li><li>Supporting the development and implementation of student behavioral interventions </li><li>Collaborating with and consulting to parents/guardians to support student success </li><li>Attendance at department meetings </li><li>Participation with colleagues as a contributing member of the school community </li><li>Active involvement in professional development (i.e. courses, workshops and in-service training) in order to be current in new methods and approaches in special education as well as to expand knowledge of the general education curriculum for students receiving services </li><li>Other responsibilities as assigned by the building Principal and/or Director of Special Education </li></ul> <p>Reports to: Building Principal and Director of Special Education</p> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>Strong diagnostic and analytical skills to identify learning, behavioral, and social-emotional needs </li><li>Knowledge of evidence-based interventions and tools to support students, staff, and families </li><li>Experience collaborating on IEP development and participating in Team meetings </li><li>Ability to determine when additional evaluations or referrals are warranted </li><li>Effective communication skills with families, staff, and outside agencies </li><li>Cultural responsiveness and sensitivity to diverse student populations </li><li>A collaborative mindset, a sense of humor, and the ability to remain calm and solution-focused in high-stress situations are essential qualities for this role. </li><li>Candidates must have a current MA DESE School Psychologist license </li></ul> <p>The Public Schools of Brookline is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their teaching or practice to the diversity and excellence of the PSB community.</p> <p>The Public Schools of Brookline is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.</p>