WHSN0355623-0000
2025-08-25T00:00:00
2025-08-28T00:00:00
Opening for September 2025Psychologist0.5 FTE Do you believe that supporting the social, emotional, and psychological well-being of students is the foundation for their growth, confidence, and success? Do you thrive when helping students overcome challenges, strengthen resilience, and develop the skills they need to flourish in school and in life?We’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate School Psychologist to join our supportive and collaborative educational community at HANC, the Hebrew Academy of Nassau County. In this role, you will provide counseling services to students, partner closely with families and staff, conduct evaluations, and play an essential role in the Committee on Special Education (CSE) process.You light up when a student learns to manage their emotions in a healthy way, when they find strategies to overcome a challenge, or when their confidence blossoms because they feel understood and supported. You understand that social-emotional growth is a journey—and you’re ready to walk alongside each student with empathy and expertise.Desired Skills and ExperienceIf you can support students in finding and strengthening their voices, you have what it takes. We’re looking for someone who can foster an environment of communication growth, academic access, and belonging. You’ll be expected to provide high-quality, individualized therapy that supports language development, social communication, and student confidence. If this work resonates with you, you likely already know why it matters. And if you're still discovering your path but are committed to learning and growing—let’s talk.If you’re passionate about equity, committed to fostering inclusive practices, and eager to join a district where every student’s well-being is valued and supported, we want you to join the RamFam.If you are interested, here is what year one is all about. This opportunity is not just theoretical for a School Psychologist—it will be a reality. Becoming a member of the RamFam will allow you to create the conditions for students to face challenges, build resilience, and receive the feedback and support necessary to transform their learning and growth.We’re looking for a psychologist who:has a deep understanding of child and adolescent development, social-emotional learning, and evidence-based intervention strategies.can guide students toward both surface- and deep-level outcomes, building coping skills and confidence.can successfully monitor student progress and provide feedback that fosters growth.attends to attitudinal attributes of learning (i.e., self-efficacy, mastery motivation).can provide defensible evidence of the positive impacts of counseling and intervention on student learning and well-being.Realistically, we need someone with the proper certifications. However, we also value a growth mindset—if you are willing to learn, collaborate, and utilize our vast professional development opportunities, we will help you hone your craft. The successful candidate will naturally attend to the social-emotional component of learning and reflect on why certain strategies or interventions have—or have not—worked, always keeping student success at the center.While this is all about year one and beyond, day one is important too. There are things like compensation, the district, the staff, and the location. However, none of this matters unless “Year One and Beyond” makes career sense for you.If you can support students in building resilience, strengthening their sense of self, and fostering belonging, you have what it takes. We’re looking for someone who can create an environment that nurtures social-emotional growth, academic access, and student confidence. As a School Psychologist, strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team. You’ll also draw on your knowledge of special education laws, regulations, and best practices to guide your work. If this resonates with you, you already understand why it matters. And if you’re still shaping your path but are committed to learning and growing—let’s talk. NYS Certification is Required Qualified candidates should submit a letter of interest, updated resume, and certification byAugust 28, 2025 online at www.olasjobs.org: Dina Reilly, Assistant SuperintendentWest Hempstead UFSD252 Chestnut StreetWest Hempstead, NY 11552E.O.E.
Psychologist
West Hempstead UFSD
Long Island
Fixed