Secondary School Psychologist

As a Secondary School Psychologist at Boston Speech, your primary responsibilities will revolve around conducting comprehensive evaluations and assessments for middle and high school students. This includes administering and interpreting psychological tests, collaborating closely with parents, teachers, and other professionals, and providing insights that can help shape students' educational experiences.

To qualify for the Secondary School Psychologist role at Boston Speech, candidates must hold a Master's degree in School Psychology or a related field, along with proper licensure or certification as a School Psychologist. Previous experience conducting evaluations and a strong knowledge of assessment tools are also essential for this role.

The work schedule for the Secondary School Psychologist position at Boston Speech is flexible, requiring about 35 hours a week. This contract role will run from January to June 2025, allowing you to manage your time effectively while still making a significant impact on students' evaluations.

No, the Secondary School Psychologist position at Boston Speech is exclusively focused on evaluations and assessments. As a candidate, you'll be responsible for conducting cognitive and academic testing without the need to provide direct therapy or counseling, enabling you to concentrate on your evaluative expertise.

The work environment for a Secondary School Psychologist at Boston Speech is collaborative and supportive, as you will work alongside a multidisciplinary team of educators and specialists. Boston Speech has a strong commitment to fostering a positive culture, which encourages open communication and teamwork to best serve students' needs.

Be prepared to illustrate your previous experiences conducting evaluations, including the types of assessments you've administered and how you've collaborated with educational staff. Highlight any specific examples that showcase your understanding of student needs.

Discuss specific psychological testing tools that you've utilized and explain why you prefer them. Focus on how they provide insightful data about students, and mention any experiences where your tool choice positively impacted the evaluation process.

Emphasize the importance of collaboration. Share strategies you've used to keep parents, teachers, and students engaged during the evaluation process. Providing specific instances where this collaboration led to successful outcomes will strengthen your response.

Building rapport is essential for effective evaluations. Discuss techniques you've found useful, such as establishing a comfortable environment, active listening, and displaying empathy. This shows your interpersonal skills and ability to connect with students.

Highlight your understanding of developmental psychology. Share specific adaptations you've made in your approach when working with middle school versus high school students, and explain how these adjustments enhance the evaluation process.

Reflecting on past challenges allows you to showcase your problem-solving skills. Discuss a specific challenge, what steps you took to address it, and the outcome. This will demonstrate your ability to navigate obstacles effectively.

Share your perspective on follow-up assessments and their role in monitoring student progress. Discuss your approach to conducting these assessments and how they contribute to a better understanding of students' ongoing needs.

Articulate your view on the School Psychologist's role as an advocate for students. Highlight how your evaluations can identify learning needs and lead to tailored interventions that promote academic achievement.

Discuss the importance of open communication and validation of concerns. Share techniques you use to navigate disagreements, such as providing additional data, facilitating discussions, and remaining patient and respectful.

Reflect on your passion for helping students succeed. Discuss personal motivations, such as experiences that drew you to the field or success stories of students you've positively impacted. This highlights your dedication to the role.