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This full-time, 10-month position supports the Shady Hill Lower School community (grades pre-K through 4). This position is responsible for supporting the social, emotional and behavioral needs of students in collaboration with teachers, administrators, and families. This is a one year position, for the 2023 - 2024 school year.
Primary Responsibilities:
Plan and execute programming for students, faculty, and parents that proactively enhance awareness of mental health and promote positive, healthy behaviors (presentations, workshops, classroom discussions)
Offer consultation to administration and faculty regarding appropriate clinical resources, both internal and external
Coordinate with the Lower School Head and the Lower School Director of Learning Resources around the need and appropriateness for different kinds of formal assessments and evaluations
Partner with Director of Student Life to offer consultation, insights and strategies to faculty with students' social-emotional-behavioral needs
Partner with Director of Student Life to offer curriculum resources to faculty and staff around social - emotional - behavioral health
Provide guidance and support to parents and caregivers around child development and issues related to mental health
Support students via participation in classroom teaching, small group meetings, and 1-1 meetings as needed
Serve as an active member of the Student Support Team, attending and participating in weekly meetings to discuss students in need of support, following through on relevant action items, collaborating and consulting with relevant faculty, administration and families as needed
Serve as a coordinator in cases where a 51A filing is considered
Collaborate with the Middle School Counselor to ensure continuity of support and a smooth transition from Lower School to Middle School
Maintain licensing and/or certification requirements, as well as relevant professional development
Provide support in the admission process and participate in screening applicants, including Saturday sessions
Facilitate seminars for the Teacher Training Center, as needed
In addition, the LS psychologist will share in responsibilities associated with the position or with membership on the faculty, supervision of student activities, participating in festivals and outreach programs, as well as lunchroom and playground supervision. The LS psychologist is also expected to attend opening and closing meetings (August/September and June) and other faculty meetings as called and to serve on committees of the faculty. Some presence on campus during the summer may be required.
Qualifications: Advanced degree in psychology preferred; degrees in school counseling, social work or related mental health field considered
Certification or eligibility for same as mental health clinician
Demonstrated experience in early childhood and elementary education
Demonstrated school based work experience
Excellent knowledge of child development, latest education theories and practices, and current trends in education and professional development
Demonstrated experience and competence in a culturally diverse community including diversity of race, ethnicity, gender, socioeconomic status, language, family structure, sexual orientation, and gender identity
Familiarity or experience with integrating classroom management and social emotional learning practices in classrooms
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Effective collaboration and facilitation skills with adults
Demonstrated effectiveness in facilitation of social skills groups with children
How to Apply: Please send a pdf including a cover letter and resume to: apply@shs.org. Please be sure to include "Lower School Psychologist" in the subject line of the email.
Shady Hill offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance plans, a school-matched retirement plan and paid time off. Shady Hill is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. For more information on Shady Hill please visit us at www.shs.org.
COVID 19 Protocols: All Shady Hill employees are required to provide proof of vaccination and to observe campus COVID protocols. All health and safety protocols are subject to change based on state, local and CDC guidelines and at the discretion of the Health and Safety Team.
This full-time, 10-month position supports the Shady Hill Lower School community (grades pre-K through 4). This position is responsible for supporting the social, emotional and behavioral needs of students in collaboration with teachers, administrators, and families. This is a one year position, for the 2023 - 2024 school year.
Primary Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
How to Apply: Please send a pdf including a cover letter and resume to: apply@shs.org. Please be sure to include "Lower School Psychologist" in the subject line of the email.
Shady Hill offers competitive salaries and a generous benefits package, including medical, dental and vision insurance plans, a school-matched retirement plan and paid time off. Shady Hill is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. For more information on Shady Hill please visit us at www.shs.org.
COVID 19 Protocols: All Shady Hill employees are required to provide proof of vaccination and to observe campus COVID protocols. All health and safety protocols are subject to change based on state, local and CDC guidelines and at the discretion of the Health and Safety Team.
