3 school psychologist jobs found in Pawtucket

Job Description The Pawtucket School Department is seeking a school psychologist. SUMMARY: Investigates processes of learning and teaching and develops psychological principles and techniques applicable to educational problems to foster intellectual, social, and emotional development of individuals. Analyzes characteristics and adjustment needs of students and recommends educational program to promote maximum adjustment. Formulates diagnostic and predictive tests to aid teachers in planning methods and content of instruction. Administers standardized tests to diagnose disabilities and difficulties among students and to develop special standardized test to diagnose disabilities and difficulties among students and to develop special methods of remedial instruction. Studies effects of teachers' feelings and attitudes upon students, and characteristics of successful teachers to aid school administrators in selection and adjustment of teachers and students. Collaborates...

Job Description District MTSS Coordinator (12-month position) The Pawtucket School Department seeks a strategic, equity-focused leader to serve as the District Coordinator of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). Reporting to the Superintendent or designee, the MTSS Coordinator will lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a districtwide tiered support system to meet the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs of all students. This position will play a critical role in ensuring that supports are proactive, data-informed, and culturally responsive across all schools. The MTSS Coordinator will work collaboratively with central office teams, school-based leadership, teachers, and community partners to build systems and capacity for inclusive, student-centered practices. Key Responsibilities: Lead the implementation and alignment of a districtwide MTSS framework that addresses academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs. Provide...

Job Description Director of Social Emotional Learning, Mental Health & Wellness (12-month position) Under the general direction of the Superintendent, the Director of Social Emotional Learning, Mental Health & Wellness provides strategic leadership and coordination to develop infrastructure, culture, and competencies for systemic SEL implementation. This leader oversees and evaluates all SEL, Mental Health, and Wellness programs districtwide. The Director collaborates with psychologists, social workers, behavior interventionists, MTSS staff, curriculum and instruction, multilingual learners, special education, student services, and health services to ensure integrated supports. This leader will guide the formation of a newly established Office of SEL, Mental Health &Wellness. The Director is responsible for advancing a comprehensive, tiered SEL model and professional learning plan to ensure safe, inclusive, culturally and linguistically responsive school...