WHS School Psychologist; Long-Term Substitute

The Role:

Westwood High School seeks one [1] School Psychologist to join our caring and innovative community, beginning immediatey (mid-January, 2026). The school psychologist assesses students' developmental needs, and develops educational plans that meet those diverse needs, coordinating and interfacing with educational, psychological, and behavioral health services, and consulting frequently with educators, support staff, and other professionals, to support students' cognitive, affective, social, and behavioral needs.

The school psychologist also provides clinical support at the individual, group, school, and district levels, and develops effective partnerships with parents and community members within the context of MADESE regulations for general and special education and Westwood Public Schools policies and procedures. Our ideal candidate is knowledgeable about effective instruction and psycho educational processes, understands classroom and school environments, and applies principles of learning to the development of student competence in and beyond school.

You will be an integral part of our Student Services team as we create inspiring and inclusive teaching and learning experiences for all students.

Westwood High School is a thriving community of hardworking and thoughtful students, families, and staff. With approximately 900 students in grades 9 - 12, the school maintains a small-school feel while offering a comprehensive array of academic programs, co-curricular activities, and support services. Our educators model and encourage a deep investment in learning. Coursework focuses on preparing students for college and careers while also providing them with opportunities to try new things and explore their passions in depth.

WHS is a proud METCO school, with strong program leadership and an unwavering commitment to supporting the values of the nation's oldest and most successful public school racial integration program.

Westwood is a welcoming suburban community with an exceptional track record of supporting and celebrating its public schools. As a district, we are committed to creating an environment where diverse perspectives and backgrounds are embraced, and we understand that a diverse team allows us to serve our community better. We welcome and encourage individuals of every race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital/domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, and veteran status to seek opportunities within our school district.

You will join the strong professional learning community of the Westwood Public Schools. In our mission to prepare students for college, career, and civic life, we work collaboratively to provide rich and rigorous curriculum, high-quality instruction, trusting relationships, and authentic educational experiences. We hold true to our core district values of academic excellence and a commitment to improvement; curiosity and tenacity;

and respectful relationships in a caring, collaborative community.

• Current Massachusetts teaching licensed in relevant area or eligibility to become licensed

• Develops, implements, documents and interprets comprehensive and complete psychological evaluations as part of the legally required IEP and 504 process under both MA DESE regulations and IDEA requirements.
• Creates, maintains and flexibly develops effective counseling relationships and clinical interventions in order to meet student needs and to facilitate student's meeting their goals. Maintains accurate records of their work.
• Maintains accurate testing data, scheduling, and timeline lists to ensure compliance with all required federal, state and local requirements. Uses data to accurately measure and reflect student progress.
• Participates in the school level pre-referral and positive behavioral support team process to accurately design assessment and intervention planning as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Effectively communicates with all team members including but not limited to parents, administrators, general education teachers, outside providers, related service providers and agency partners.
• Is a positive, proactive and flexible collaborator with peers.
• Is prompt, punctual, and reliable in receiving and handling sensitive, confidential, and FERPA protected student and family information. Respects confidentiality within the public school context and maintains professional boundaries at all times.
• Adheres to all ethical and legal requirements and keeps records that are appropriate, accurate, legible, well organized and stored in a secure location.
• Provides consultation services to teachers and other professionals to help each student reach their potential in the least restrictive educational environment.
• Is a member of the crisis response team and provides intervention as needed including supporting other psychologists in the district.
• Fulfills…