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Position Summary

The Lycée Français de New York is a world-leading independent bilingual French K-12 institution that recognizes student safety and well-being as its primary responsibilities. Our community is guided by our mission and our core values which serve as the internal compass for our actions and behaviors.

As a student-centered institution, we are dedicated to building a community of teaching and learning that is inclusive, culturally sensitive, and equitable, ensuring every individual feels a profound sense of belonging. Our mission is to prepare students from diverse origins to be thinkers, innovators, and leaders who are at home in the world. By delivering a bilingual French and American education of the highest standard through our holistic framework, we inspire students to excel academically, discover their unique talents, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

The Lycée Français de New York seeks a Primary School Psychologist to support the academic, social-emotional, and developmental well-being of students in Preschool and Elementary.

The Primary School Psychologist plays a dual role as:

• a direct support provider for N-5 students, and
• a consultant and systems partner to teachers, families, and school leaders.

The psychologist works proactively to strengthen classroom practices, prevent difficulties before they escalate, and ensure that every child experiences safety, belonging, and readiness to learn within our bilingual and intercultural environment.

This role is embedded within a multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) and emphasizes prevention, early identification, collaboration, and inclusive practices.

At the Lycée, students are at the center of the system. All employees are expected to provide encouragement, offer positive reinforcement, and show respect for each student and each other. All employees are also expected to truly and enthusiastically believe in the Lycée’s Mission while supporting the vision of the Head of School and the Board of Trustees.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prevention & Schoolwide Well-Being (Tier 1)

• Contribute to the design and implementation of schoolwide prevention and well-being initiatives (social-emotional learning, belonging, inclusion, and living together programs)
• Collaborate with the Elementary Dean of Students and school-wide leadership to promote a positive, safe, and supportive learning climate
• Observe classrooms and provide proactive recommendations to strengthen developmental and behavioral supports
• Facilitate workshops or professional learning for faculty on child development, behavior, anxiety, attention, emotional regulation, and inclusive practices
• Support transition programs (Preschool → Elementary → Middle School)

Consultation & Teacher Support (Tier 2)

• Partner with teachers to analyze student needs and co-develop practical classroom strategies and accommodations
• Participate in student support meetings and case conferences
• Participate in implementation of PAP/PPS or equivalent support plans
• Interpret external evaluations and translate findings into actionable classroom practices
• Provide small-group interventions (e.g., social skills, emotional regulation, peer relationships)

Individual Student Support & Case Management (Tier 3)

• Conduct observations, interviews, and short-term counseling with parental authorization
• Provide targeted, short-term psychological support when appropriate
• Assess the need for external referrals and coordinate with outside specialists
• Maintain regular communication with families regarding recommendations and follow-up
• Ensure confidentiality and ethical standards of practice

Family Partnership

• Serve as a resource to parents regarding developmental, social, emotional, and learning concerns
• Offer guidance and referrals to community resources
• Foster trust-based collaboration between home and school

Team & Institutional Contribution

• Participate actively in Specialized Support team meetings
• Collaborate closely with division leadership and student support staff
• Contribute to data-informed decision-making and program evaluation
• Support school initiatives related to belonging, diversity, and intercultural competence
• Participate in Conseils de classe and cross-divisional transition meetings

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s or Doctorate in School Psychology, Clinical or Educational Psychology
• Certification as School Psychologist (CAFPSYEN or equivalent recognized credential)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in elementary/primary settings (RASED or comparable model)
• Experience with prevention programs and consultation-based practice
• Strong knowledge of psychoeducational assessments and interpretation

Preferred

• Experience in independent or international/bilingual schools
• Training in MTSS/RTI frameworks
• Experience leading SEL or well-being initiatives
• Fluency in French and English

Professional Competencies

• Systems thinker and collaborative consultant
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Calm, solution-oriented presence in complex situations
• Cultural sensitivity and intercultural competence
• Ability to translate psychological insight into practical classroom strategies
• Discretion and professional ethics

Annual Salary Range: $120,000 - $160,000
Start Date: August 2026

Required Application Documents

To complete your application, please submit the following documents:

• Resume / CV
• Cover Letter