Psychologist (High School)

Job Description

Job Description

High School Psychologist for Modern Orthodox Jewish Day School (Grades 9–12)

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate psychoeducational reports to support eligibility determinations for special education services and accommodations.

• Participate in IEP, 504, and student support meetings.

• Supervise mental health team to provide short-term individual and group counseling for students experiencing academic, social, emotional, or behavioral challenges.

• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessments, coordinating with administration and families.

• Consult with teachers regarding classroom strategies, learning differences, and behavioral supports.

• Communicate as appropriate with outside support professionals and families. 

• Contribute to programs and school-wide initiatives that promote resilience, healthy relationships, and social-emotional learning.

• Provide professional development for faculty on student mental health, trauma-informed practices, and effective classroom strategies.

• Be attentive to the ways in which Jewish life and communal rhythms shape student experience and stress patterns throughout the year.

• Support students navigating questions of identity, belonging, and community within a Jewish educational setting.

• Maintain accurate and confidential records in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

• Ensure evaluation timelines and documentation requirements are met.
  

Qualifications

• Master’s or doctoral degree in School Psychology or a closely related field.

• State certification or licensure as a School Psychologist.

• Knowledge of adolescent development, psychological assessment, and evidence-based interventions.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work collaboratively within a close-knit school community.

• Familiarity with Jewish communal life, culture, or education (professional or personal).

• Experience working with diverse Jewish populations and backgrounds.

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