School Psychologist Grades 6-8-LTS-June 2027)

School Psychologist Grades 6-8 LTS June 2026 – January 2027 Ashland Public Schools – Ashland Middle School (Ashland, Massachusetts). This position is also posted in the Ashland School District. Job Details Job ID: 5602543 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Mar 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Ashland Public Schools is seeking a dynamic, student‑centered, and organized School Psychologist to support Ashland Middle School (grades 6‑8) and join our team of seven psychologists (two at Ashland Middle School). The candidate will provide direct 1:1 and group counseling to students, behavioral support, consultation to the teaching team, and training as appropriate. The role includes completing assessments and presenting to multidisciplinary teams for IEP eligibility and special education services. Responsibilities also involve implementing individualized educational plans, supporting behavioral intervention plans, monitoring student behavior, collecting and reporting data, providing information to appropriate school personnel, and completing related paperwork. The position requires working directly with students in our social/emotional program. Qualifications Completed an accredited graduate degree program at the specialist level (e.g., Ed.S., M.A. + CAGS; M.A. + CAS; M.S./M.A.) or higher requiring a minimum of 60 graduate semester hours and a 1200‑hour supervised internship in School Psychology, with at least 600 hours in a school setting. Hold or be eligible to obtain a valid School Psychologist license/certificate issued by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (all levels). National Certification in School Psychology (NCSP) is encouraged in addition to required state certification/licensure. Responsibilities Support students’ learning, social development, and mental and behavioral health by implementing assessments, problem‑solving and data‑based decision‑making, and recommending evidence‑based interventions. Collaborate and consult with educators, families, and other professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments for all students. Utilize varied models and methods of assessment and data collection to identify strengths and needs of individual students and the broader school community, develop effective services and programs, and measure progress and outcomes. Consult and collaborate with colleagues, students, families, and other stakeholders to promote effective implementation of services. Use assessment and data collection methods to implement and evaluate services that support cognitive and academic skills. Use assessment and data‑collection methods to implement and evaluate services that support socialization, learning, and mental and behavioral health, including but not limited to behavioral supports, individual and group counseling, and social skills training. Support School‑Wide Best Practices to Promote Learning. Develop and implement practices and strategies to create and maintain effective and supportive learning environments for children and others (e.g., positive behavior interventions and supports). Evaluate and apply research as a foundation for service delivery and, in collaboration with others, use various techniques and technology resources for data collection, measurement, and analysis to support effective practices at the individual, group, and/or systems levels. Attend team meetings, complete necessary elements of IEPs and progress reporting. Provide services consistent with ethical, legal, and professional standards. Engage in responsive ethical and professional decision‑making. Perform any other duties and assume responsibilities as may be assigned by the Director of Special Education, Superintendent of Schools, and Assistant Superintendents. Position Type: Full‑Time Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required. Contact Information Erin Lachapelle, Principal Ashland Middle School Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr