Job Description Position Title: Anticipated School Psychologist
Location: Kittery School District
Reports To:Josie Chadbourne
Position Start Date:August 26, 2026
Required Certification:Masters or Doctoral Degree in School Psychology, Maine School Psychologist certification/license
Application Deadline:May 1, 2026
The Kittery School District is seeking a compassionate and skilled School Psychologist to join our dedicated Special Services team. This position plays a vital role in supporting the academic, emotional, and social growth of our students through assessment, collaboration, and intervention.
Position responsibilities include;
• Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational assessments to determine student needs and eligibility for services.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and administrators to develop individualized supports and evidence-based interventions.
• Participate in the development and implementation of IEPs.
• Support student mental health, behavioral interventions, and positive school climate initiatives. • Provide consultation, training, and crisis response services to staff and students.
The ideal candidate will have experience with psychoeducational testing, behavioral supports and evidence-based interventions. Additionally, they will have a strong understanding of special education law and in general the IEP process.
Candidates must submit to a Criminal History Record Check through the Maine Department of Education.
Required Application Materials:
Completed Applitrack Application
Resume
Cover Letter
Transcripts (Not required for School Nutrition or Custodial positions)
Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for initial application; Official transcripts will be required upon job offer.
A copy of current certification (if applicable)
3 current letters of reference
Letters of reference must be dated, signed, and written within the last 3 years
Internal candidates may apply in writing to
[email protected] Kittery Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kittery Schools ensure equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability. Kittery Schools has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources.
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Southern York County ~ Kittery is the primary entry point, via Interstate 95, for vacationland, at the southeastern most corner of the State. Directly east of Portsmouth, New Hampshire, across the Piscataqua River at its entrance to the Atlantic Ocean, Kittery is the oldest Township in Maine (Inc. 1647). It was named after the manor of "Kittery Court" at Kingswear in Devon, England. A four season community with weather moderated by the gulf current influence. Kittery is within an hour's drive of the cultural, sporting and outdoor activities of Boston, Portland, and the White Mountains.