SYSEZP School Psychologist

Location: SEZP-Wide
Grade Level: 6-8
Full Time

Start Date:

August 2026 (exact start date TBD)
Base Salary: Up to $ and commensurate with experience

Under the direction of the SEZP Chief of Student Supports and Services, the school psychologist will administer psychological evaluations to students in SEZP schools, in consultation with teachers, staff, and families.

• Work with a dedicated team of counselors, teachers, and staff to identify needs and ensure students receive appropriate, high‑quality services and supports that allow them to grow and achieve academically, socially, and emotionally
• Communicate and build relationships with families, ensuring they are informed of evaluations, results, and plans for ongoing support
• Write and disseminate clear evaluation reports approved by the Lead Psychologist
• Utilize various psychological tests and instruments, and conduct observations, to determine the needs of students
• Participate in IEP meetings and clearly communicate evaluation results and recommendations to families and other staff.
• Collaborate with families, teachers, and staff to gather relevant information related to referrals
• Support teachers in implementing recommendations and accommodations in the classroom
• Collaborate with special education and ELL teachers to develop best practices around student referrals
• Collaborate with School Counselors to provide individual and group counseling to students
• Participate in and provide professional development for staff
• Provide therapy services to students depending on the severity of the case and/or language barrier.
• Attend weekly SEZP Psychologist team meetings to collaborate on cases and coordinate testing with the team.

• Proficiency in oral and written English
• Advanced degree in School Psychology
• Possess a MA School Psychologist license required
• Experience administering psychological assessments of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral domains
• Bilingual in English + Spanish preferred

If you meet many—but not all—of the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply. SEZP values educators who are reflective, collaborative, and committed to continuous growth.

We encourage you to reach out to us at info if you have questions about the role or your qualifications. We are happy to help you feel ready to apply!

Selection as an educator in SEZP recognizes an individual for their outstanding vision, capacity, and commitment to students. Educators in SEZP are eligible for the same competitive benefits available to Educators in the Springfield Public Schools.

Educators joining SEZP may also be eligible for the following recruitment incentives, which may be offered individually:

• Signing bonus in addition to base salary
• Relocation award for candidates from regions beyond western Massachusetts

While Massachusetts is consistently ranked as one of the top states for education results in the country, we have one of the highest and most persistent opportunity gaps. The Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership (SEZP) – established in 2015 as a collaboration between Springfield Public Schools (SPS), the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), and the Springfield Education Association (SEA) – seeks to improve the longitudinal life outcomes of the more than 2,500 students in our 8 middle schools.

SEZP combines district‑based public education with the flexibility of autonomous school models, granting schools meaningful control over curriculum, staffing, scheduling, and budgeting—while maintaining clear accountability for student learning and growth.

• Access:
  Expanding access to strong learning environments, skilled mentors, and clear pathways for students and educators
• Belonging:
  Building communities where people are known, supported, and accountable to one another
• Opportunity:
  Preparing students and educators to learn, lead, and thrive over time

The Springfield Public Schools does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic…