School Psychologist - Testing Only

School Psychologist - Testing Only Methuen Public Schools Marsh Grammar School - Methuen, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Methuen Public Schools Job Details Job ID: 5866719 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Aug 03, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026 Job Description THE AVAILABILITY OF THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON SUFFICIENT FUNDING AND ENROLLMENT Title: School Psychologist

POSITION SUMMARY:

To assess students relating to the special education eligibility process and provide recommendations to the eligibility team.

OUR MISSION:

Methuen Public Schools enrolls approximately 7000 in a total of five schools. Methuen Public Schools has four PK-8 schools: the Comprehensive Grammar School, the Marsh Grammar School, the Tenney Grammar School, the Timony Grammar School, and one comprehensive high school: Methuen High School. We are a diverse sub-urban/urban community and designated a Gateway City. Our schools celebrate diversity and acceptance of students and families from differing backgrounds. We are committed to setting high expectations of all students and faculty in Methuen Public Schools. Methuen Public Schools students will achieve academic, social-emotional, and civic success. They will attain technological, cultural, and social knowledge to allow them to succeed in college and careers. Students will inspire the community through citizenship, leadership, and their commitment to lifelong learning.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid Massachusetts license in School Psychology. Additional content area license is encouraged.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

At least a Master’s Degree in the area of major study. Bilingual preferred - Primary languages spoken in the community are: English, Spanish, Arabic, and French.

SKILLS AND ABILITY:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form; Use evidence-based research practices and data to most effectively guide increasing student growth and achievement using proactive and solution-focused approaches to meeting student needs. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents, staff and the community. Work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage several projects simultaneously Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, state and federal laws, and Methuen School policies (as long as the policies do not conflict with the Methuen Educators Association (Unit A) Contract). Work with students of diverse backgrounds with diverse needs in an equitable and inclusive manner. Maintain appropriate confidential records. React professionally and objectively to unpredictable situations (e.g. environmental changes, behavior/aggression, seizure activity, etc.). Operate and/or acquire skills to operate a computer and related software including but not limited to Google and use instructional technology and data systems appropriately and work with students to facilitate their use of instructional technology. Strong collaborative, counseling, advising, teaching, coaching, and leadership skills to support student programming and work in a team setting. Strong organizational skills to balance the responsibilities of a high demand position. Knowledge of specialized content areas as well as any related laws and procedures. Ability to plan and implement services and supports within multi-tiered systems of support based on district and school objectives and the needs and abilities of assigned students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct special education assessments for students referred for TEAM evaluations and reevaluations. Work with staff, parents, and students collaboratively to ensure effective plans and interventions are designed and implemented to support student success. Support the school-wide implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS). Write assessment reports as part of the special education eligibility process. Participate in IEP eligibility team meetings, including reporting out on evaluations. Review Independent Education Evaluations and outside evaluations to summarize and present at IEP Team meetings.

REPORTS TO:

Building Special Education Administrator. The performance of this job will be evaluated as per the Methuen Education Association (Unit A) Contract.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Covered under Methuen Education Association (Unit A) Contract. Please note that the District reserves the right to transfer all personnel among buildings on an as needed basis to serve the best interests of all students as long as this does not conflict with the Methuen Education Association (Unit A) Contract.

HELPFUL LINKS:

Methuen Education Association Contract Position Type: Full-time Salary: $60,253 to $113,226 Per Year Job Categories: Student Services > Psychologist Welcome to Marsh Grammar School The Marsh Grammar School Family is committed to the academic, physical, emotional, and social development of its student population. Our school community embraces the philosophy and goals of the Methuen Public Schools. Thus, our mission is to prepare students to live and compete in a global society. To accomplish this mission: We place a strong emphasis, as a grammar school, on having our students be proficient with the Methuen curriculum, performing optimally on standardized tests. We promote the concept of citizenship, living and working cooperatively with diverse individuals and groups. We foster cultural awareness of world cultures preparing our students for an ever shrinking globe. Achievement of our mission involves the collective effort and involvement of the entire Marsh Grammar School family: students, parents, and staff. Job Requirements Master degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information John Crocker , Guidance Department Chair One Ranger Road Methuen, Massachusetts 01844 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io Map #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education