School Psychologists Anticipated

School Psychologists Anticipated )

Springfield Public Schools Office of Exceptional Learning - Springfield, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

Job : 5815859
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Posted: Jul 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Lead Bold Change. Inspire Every Child. Shape the Future.

What if your leadership could impact 24,000 students, representing over 60 countries and 44+ languages, in a district where diversity is not just present—it’s celebrated?

At Springfield Public Schools, we are on a powerful trajectory of growth and achievement. In recent years, our schools have made measurable academic gains in literacy and math, expanded early literacy success initiatives, and increased graduation rates—all while deepening our commitment to equity and culturally responsive teaching. We are proud to be the 3rd largest district in Massachusetts, and even prouder of the progress our students and educators are making together.

As a School Psychologist, you are part of the team—you are a community builder, instructional innovator, and champion for equity. You will shape a joyful, high-performing learning environment where every student thrives and every educator grows.

This is your opportunity to:

• Contribute to a school where student growth and achievement are accelerating
• Partner with families and communities to create lasting impact beyond the classroom
• Drive a vision where every child is seen, heard, and prepared for success

• Champion rigorous, engaging, and inclusive teaching practices
• Use data to drive decisions and accelerate student growth
• Provide meaningful feedback to elevate teaching and learning
• Be directly responsible to the Supervisor of Clinical and Behavioral Services
• Administer comprehensive assessments that address the areas of suspected disability and write comprehensive and professional reports on assessments that provide educationally relevant recommendations
• Participate in 603 CMR Team meetings as an evaluator to help determine eligibility for special education

• Create a safe, welcoming, and student-centered environment

• Build authentic partnerships with families from all backgrounds
• Foster a school community where every voice matters
• Communicate openly, respectfully, and consistently

• Inspire a shared vision of excellence and equity
• Cultivate a culture of continuous learning and collaboration
• Lead with integrity, empathy, and high expectations

• Diversity is our strength: A vibrant, multicultural community that enriches learning every day
• Real support for leaders:
  Access to instructional leadership specialists, coaching, and tailored professional development
• Career growth: “Grow Your Own” programs and leadership pathways
• Data that drives impact:
  We invest in strategies that show real results for students

You are a passionate, equity-driven leader who believes deeply in the potential of every child and educator.

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university
• Certified as a School Psychologist by the Massachusetts Department of Education
• Licensing as an Educational Psychologist by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Allied Mental Health is preferred (all levels)
• Prefer three years, on a full‑time basis, as a psychologist working with children of school age. One of these years should have been in a school setting. A year of suitable internship experience may be counted toward the three-year requirement
• Prefer two years of successful teaching experience
• Proven ability to work effectively with/for children and adults in a multi‑cultural community
• Empathetic to the needs of young people and adults in the area of special needs
• Bilingual/Bicultural (Hispanic) is preferred but not required

Springfield Public Schools is committed to building a team that reflects the rich diversity of our students. We strongly encourage candidates of all races, ethnicities, genders, identities, abilities, and backgrounds to apply.