School Social Worker/Counselor/Psychologist Practicum (SY26-27)

School Social Worker/Counselor/Psychologist Practicum (SY26-27) Watertown Public Schools Watertown Public Schools - Watertown, Massachusetts This job is also posted in Watertown Public Schools (MA) Job Details

Job ID:

5613355

Application Deadline:

Jun 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

Position:

School Social Worker/Counselor/Psychologist Practicum

Position Type:

Temporary

Department:

Primary, Secondary

Location:

Watertown Public Schools Reports to: School based

Supervisor Affiliation:

N/A Salary range: Unpaid

General Description:

Watertown Public Schools creates a welcoming and supportive environment for future teachers to grow professionally and to be prepared for their teaching experience. We fulfill this mission by offering our experienced teachers as mentors and provide support for future educators to navigate the district. How to get connected with a campus to secure a practicum placement in

WPS:

If you are seeking placement in WPS reach out to the district Coordinator of Mental and Behavioral Health Services at lauren.hohler@watertown.k12.ma.us to get connected.

Responsibilities:

Is under the general direction of a certified school counslelor/social worker/psychologist or principal, providing small group interventions and delivering school counseling curriculum Is involved with understanding and delivery of student individualized education programs Individual counseling Testing (psychology students only) May attend parent conferences and faculty meetings Is an active participant in the school community Communicate clearly and effectively with your cooperating supervisor Consistent, reliable, and punctual attendance is essential for supervision and instruction of the studen

Qualifications Required:

Is currently enrolled in at a college/university program leading to educational licensure and/or additional credentialing in education.

Physical Demands:

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds Equal Opportunity Employer Watertown Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Position Type:

Unpaid Internship Job Requirements