Psychologist

Psychologist Chelmsford Public Schools Parker Middle School - Chelmsford, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5731120 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: May 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Aug 31, 2026 Job Description Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Teaching Vacancies for the 2026-2027 School Year. The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following vacancy. The District reserves the right to change this vacancy or not fill this vacancy based on further staffing changes, enrollment, or budget. Position: Psychologist (1.0) Location: Parker Middle School (Grade 5/6) General Description: Parker Middle School is seeking a School Psychologist to work within the public‑school setting. Responsibilities include individual and group counseling, psychological assessments, crisis evaluations, and consultation with staff, families, and community service agencies. Participate as an integral member of a multidisciplinary team at Parker Middle School to support student growth and learning and behavioral health wellness. The Parker Middle School serves students in grades 5 and 6. This candidate will join a dynamic team of eleven Clinical and School Psychologists in the Chelmsford Public School system. Essential Responsibilities Conduct psychological evaluations and observations for initial and reevaluation of special education services to support school success. Provide counseling, instruction, and mentoring for students to improve social and emotional functioning and wellbeing. Participate as a member of several school teams including the school crisis team, student support team, Special Education and MTSS team. Participate as a member of the multidisciplinary team in the identification, evaluation, and placement of students into special education programs. Consult and collaborate with teachers, school staff and community partners to support students’ social‑emotional, academic and behavioral health. Promote wellness and resilience by reinforcing communication, social skills, problem solving, anger management, self‑regulation, and self‑determination skills. Evaluate eligibility for special education services (within a multidisciplinary team). Produce concise psycho‑educational reports to support the Special Education team process. Regularly communicate with families and caregivers to promote home‑school partnerships. Make referrals and help coordinate community support services. Design and implement student progress monitoring systems. Create positive classroom environments to motivate and engage students in growth and learning. Support school‑wide MTSS to promote a positive school climate and a sense of belonging for all students. Promote school policies and practices that ensure the safety of all students by reducing school violence, bullying, and harassment. Appropriately assess and report for suspected abuse/neglect as a mandated reporter. Respond to crises by providing leadership, direct services, and coordination as part of the school Crisis Team. Design, implement, and garner support for comprehensive school mental health programming. Maintain communication with administrators, teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians to enhance cooperative action, meeting the health and safety needs of students. Maintain confidentiality regarding all school and health‑related issues. Recommend modifications of the school program for students who require social emotional accommodations. Other responsibilities as assigned. Equal Opportunity Employer Chelmsford 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 identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation. Position Type: Full-time Salary: $61,142 to $114,820 Per Year Welcome to Parker Middle School The Parker Middle School staff is committed to the unique development of each child. We recognize the distinct social, emotional, and physical needs of early adolescence and strive to give our students a sense of belonging in a dynamic learning environment. We embrace a shared responsibility with the students, parents and the community for students to reach their individual academic potentials by demonstrating the value of learning, promoting respect, encouraging wise choices, and setting high expectations for student achievement. Job Requirements Massachusetts DESE Certification as a School Psychologist. Completion of a School Psychology degree program from an accredited School and/or Doctoral Level Clinical Psychologist. Commitment to high standards and expectations of equity for all students and families. Ability to understand procedures and function in a school system with regard to the special education process in the overall education of the student. Prior experience in public school is desirable. Commitment to collaboration and effectiveness in working within a professional learning community. Evidence of continuous professional learning and a commitment to participate in professional growth opportunities and self‑reflection on professional practice. Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Shannon Bischoff, Coordinator of Social Emotional Learning 230 North Road Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01824 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education