.6 School Psychologist

Job Description

Primary Purpose

To support and advise students, staff ad parents regarding emotional, behavioral and academic growth of students, grades pre-K-8

Contractual Relationship

As per contract between Lincoln School Committee and the Lincoln Teachers Association

Organizational Relationship

Reports to Principal, Coordinator for Student Services, and Administrator for Student Services

Responsibilities

1.  Consultation

a.  Advise and assist teachers, other professionals and parents regarding student learning profiles, accommodations, and program modifications to manage challenging student situations and ot facilitate appropriate behavior and learning.

b.   Consult with parents, outside service providers and state agencies to facilitate cohesive services and resource coordination for students.

c.  Assist with identifying supports and strategies to address challenges presented by students with serious emotional disabilities.

d.  Participate on Instructional Support Teams, upon Principal's request, focusing on social, emotional and behavioral functioning of students.

e.  Advise administrators on matters relating to student behavior and safety.

f.  Promote appreciation  and support for human diversity.

2.  Evaluation

a.  Administer psychological assessments, interpret data, determine the emotional status of students, write reports and make recommendations to enhance student's educational experience.

b.  Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments and support staff with the development of Behavioral Intertion Plans as necessary.

c.  Participate on TEAM Evaluation and Section 504 Accommodation Plan processes.

3.  Intervention

a.  Support students so that they understand troubling issues and situations.

b.  Participate in crisis intervention and advise administrators regarding plans and related issues.

c.  Counsel students individually and in groups focusing on behaviors that affect educational progress and the development of coping strategies.

d.  Provide short-term or crisis counseling for "at risk" students.

e.  Develop cohesive approaches to support students with mental health problems.

f.  Contact state agencies (i.e., DSS, DMH), as necessary, to gather information, collaborate with planning and make necessary referrals for programs and services.

g.  Serve as liaision, as assigned, for students on IEPs and 504 Accommodation Plans.

h.  Collaborate with district administration to provide parent/guardian education programs.

4.  Other

a.  Serve on school and system-wide mental health teams.

b.  Complete documentation necessary for TEAM and Section 504 Accommodation Plan processes to include social emotional/behavioral goals for the IEP.

c.  Document necessary student situations as required by the state (i.e., 51A process).

d.  Perform other responsibilities as assigned by Principal or Administrator for Student Services.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree from an accredited college or university

• Licensed as a School Psychologist by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

• Strong oral and written communication skills

• The ability to administer, interpret and report on educational assessments, psychological assessments (cognitive and projective instruments)

• Demonstrated understanding on the processes and regulations which govern the special education process

• The ability to work on a multi-disciplinary team using a collaborative decision making process to reach consensus

• Other requirements that may be determined by the Principal/Superintendent

About the Town of 

Lincoln, Massachusetts

Lincoln is a residential suburb located 12 miles northwest of Boston.  The community is rich in history with a strong tradition of citizen participation.  The school district serves students in grades pre-kindergarten through eight.  In addition to the K-8 Lincoln School, the district operates the Primary School and Middle School at Hanscom Air Force Base as well as an integrated Preschool.  Lincoln has a long tradition of educational excellence and strives to offer innovative, student-centered instruction in an inclusive setting with small class sizes.  As a founding member of the METCO Program, Lincoln has maintained its commitment to diversity and multi-cultural education.  

Lincoln Public Schools Mission Statement

The Lincoln Public Schools seeks to unite our communities in challenging and equipping our students to acquire essential skills and knowledge, think creatively and independently, exhibit academic excellence, appreciate and respect diversity, demonstrate creativity, value reflection, work hard and play fair.

Lincoln Public Schools (LPS) does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, coverd veteran status, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or housing status; LPS is an EEO employer.