School Psychologist

North Reading Public Schools North Reading Middle School
- North Reading, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

North Reading Public Schools North Reading Middle School
- North Reading, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in North Reading School District

Job : 5868016

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

North Reading Middle School is seeking a School Psychologist to start in the  school year. North Reading Public Schools is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential.

North Reading Public School Educators first contractual day is September 1, 2026. New educators are required to attend the two day new staff orientation on dates still to be determined.

• Provide short term and ongoing counseling services to students who are struggling with social, emotional, and behavioral needs
• Provide a full range of psychometric testing as part of the special education eligibility/service determination process for initial, re-evaluations, and other evaluations as necessary for students
• Coordinate and complete all required paperwork as part of the IDEA team process (IEPs)
• Collaborate regularly with educators and counselors to stay current with student concerns
• Communicate with parents/guardians regarding academic achievement and behavioral and counseling intervention(s) as needed
• Assist students who exhibit school refusal, chronic absenteeism, or behavioral concerns which interfere with academic success
• Lead group counseling sessions related to issues such as: grief, anxiety, depression, and social skills development
• Serve as a member of the school’s Crisis Response Team
• Serve as a member of the school’s Student Assistance Team
• Attend identified students’ TEAM meetings as needed
• Facilitate 504 meetings and develop 504 plans for assigned students
• Collaborate/case manage with community agencies and outside professionals providing therapeutic services to assigned students
• Assist with student safety assessments as needed
• Work collaboratively with school administrators to promote school policies
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal, Director of Student Support, and/or Designee

• Master's Degree
• Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) license as a School Psychologist, all levels
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with relevant laws and regulations that govern public schools
• At least three (3) years of relevant experience preferred
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

Additional details and benefits for this work are outlined in the North Reading Education Association (NREA) contract.

The North Reading Public Schools (NRPS) provides a safe, inclusive, and supportive learning environment where students develop both their social-emotional and academic skills and abilities through an exploration of a wide range of content areas, the arts, athletics, and extra-curricular opportunities. With a dedication to excellence, service, and life-long learning our students will engage collaboratively, think critically, embrace diversity, and value equity in order to become productive global citizens.

NRPS is actively looking to build a diverse workforce to ensure all students feel welcome, safe, and valued for who they are and supported to reach their potential. Candidates with different perspectives and experiences are strongly encouraged to apply to grow our school community and help students feel personally connected to their learning experiences and feel represented inside and outside of the classroom ensuring a sense of belonging.

North Reading Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin age, sex, gender identity, disability, religion, or sexual orientation, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the District's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act…