Company DescriptionOur MissionTogether with our families and communities, we create joyful and identity-affirming schools where students achieve excellent and equitable academic outcomes. We believe doing this ensures that our students are prepared to pursue any path they choose - college, career, and beyond - so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world. Our program is based on:

A focus on high-quality instruction supported by rigorous professional development to ensure that our students develop the academic skills necessary to pursue the life they choose.
A high regard for character development to ensure that our students and staff celebrate and develop their character and identity strengths.
An emphasis on family engagement, because we believe that our students are most likely to be able to maximize their potential when we work in partnership with our students and their families.
A focus on college readiness for all students so that all students can make choices about their post-secondary education and future.

What We DoWe seek to provide a world-class education for students from educationally underserved communities in Lynn and Boston. Our student demographics mirror those of neighborhood schools in terms of race, socioeconomic status, Multilingual Learners (MLL), and students who receive special education services.Our promise to families is that their children will enter college and the professional world able to thrive academically due to their literacy, numeracy, and core knowledge in science and social studies. We also promise that our students will develop the zest for learning and grit necessary to persevere as they climb the mountain to and through college and career. Our graduates will be prepared to return to their community as teachers, leaders, and architects of continued growth in Lynn and Boston.Who We AreKIPP Massachusetts began enrolling students in 2004. We currently hold two charters, operating two “districts.” Our first district, KIPP Academy Lynn Charter School, is based in Lynn, MA. Our second district, KIPP Academy Boston Charter School, is based in Mattapan, MA. Each district is housed on one or more “campuses,” which we use to refer to different grade spans, for example, elementary grades, middle school grades, or high school grades.In Lynn, KIPP Academy Lynn Elementary (serving grades K-4), KIPP Academy Lynn Middle (serving grades 5-8), and KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate (serving grades 9-12), are all under our Lynn charter. Admission to any grade in the Lynn district is admission to all remaining grades in the Lynn district K-12. 74% of our students in Lynn are Hispanic, 15% are Black, 3% are multiracial, 5% White, and 4% Asian.In Boston, KIPP Academy Boston (serving grades K-8) is under our Boston charter. Admission to any grade in the Boston district is admission to all remaining grades in the Boston district K-8. 36% of our students in Boston are Hispanic, 59% are Black, 3% are multiracial, 1% are White, and 1% are American Indian or Alaskan Native.Across both districts, we serve over 2,200 students. KIPP MA has a Regional Office, with teams such as Teaching and Learning, Talent and Operations, which supports both districts.KIPP FoundationKIPP Massachusetts partners with the KIPP Foundation, which is a non-profit national network of college-preparatory public charter schools serving elementary, middle and high school students. The KIPP Network has a 30+ year track record of preparing our students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and life.The KIPP Public Schools Network is made up of 278 K-12 schools, 28 regional support organizations, and the nonprofit KIPP Foundation. We are a national network with nearly 16,500 educators and 190,000 students and alumni. Together, we continually raise the bar for teaching and learning, then ensure success in one classroom travels across our network to hundreds more. We believe that excellent academic, safe and structured schools, empowered teachers, an emphasis on character development and support through college and career are the foundation for student success, and we strive to provide this for every student.All KIPP schools, whether they are in Massachusetts or in other states, are part of the free public school system in their respective states and enrollment is open to all students. KIPP public charter schools are given more academic and budgetary flexibility than traditional public schools, and in exchange commit to deliver high-quality academic results for students.Job DescriptionSchool PsychologistKIPP MA is looking for a committed, ambitious, and culturally competent School Psychologist to become part of a vibrant educational team. KIPP MA psychologists are responsible for delivering effective, high-quality consultation, assessment, and intervention services to aid student achievement and ensure that students are progressing on their individual goals. The School Psychologist will also approach the work with a sense of possibility, seeing challenges as opportunities for creative problem solving. As a result, the School Psychologist will contribute to amplifying our children's potential by creating a school experience that affirms, values, and challenges students each day. The School Psychologist will support all KIPP MA schools and will report directly to the Director of Special Education.This role requires consistent and reliable demonstration of the following essential job functions and key responsibilities:KEY RESPONSIBILITIESConsultation, Assessment, and InterventionEvaluate and screen students to assess cognitive, academic and social-emotional and behavioral needsWrite evaluation reports including all cognitive, academic, social-emotional, and behavior assessments and goalsNumber of Reports Per Month: School psychologists will be responsible for, at most, 10 evaluation reports per month. Evaluation reports that are due in the same month past the 10 report boundary will be outsourced to contracting school psychologists or paused until the KIPP school psychologist is able to complete it.Maintain logs and ongoing assessments to evaluate student progress and complete progress reportsDeliver crisis response and intervention services to students, families, and staff when neededRoutinely gather evidence of positive outcomes resulting from psychological servicesReceive and review available developmental information from school and outside resources about student behavior(s) and select evidence-supported or evidence-based psychological interventionsStudent and Family EngagementWork in conjunction with the IEP Team to create IEPs for annual reviews and provides input for students who are involved with the three-year re-evaluationAttend family conferences as neededCoordinate outreach activities that support our students and families including pediatricians, outside counseling agencies and agencies such as DCF, DMH, etc.Conduct home visits and works with families to help students make positive behavioral changesSchool and Community SupportProvide consultation to classroom teachers pertaining to student progress, behavior management techniques and establishing individualized behavior management plansMeet federal and state mandates as well as local policies in performance of dutiesParticipate in special education meetingsParticipate in dispute resolution meetings, hearings, and mediation settlement meetings as neededComplete Medicaid reimbursement activitiesGeneral Requirements and ResponsibilitiesEmbody KIPP MA's Code of Conduct by acting with integrity, leading with humanity, centering self-awareness and critical consciousness, taking personal responsibility, and engaging productivelyParticipate and engage in regional professional development and community events as requiredDemonstrated ability to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make reasonable judgments and decisions in a timely manner in accordance with the needs of the schoolSelf-awareness, flexibility and emotional intelligence to navigate a setting with students who express diverse needsThe consistent use of interpersonal and self-management skills to effectively support behavioral and emotional needs of students to ensure a safe and inclusive environment, as well as build relationships and manage conflict with students, staff, and caregiversEffective communication skills to perform assigned duties and to meaningfully exchange information with students, staff, families and others in person, through written communication, in front of groups, and on virtual platformsPhysical mobility to move self in various positions in order to execute duties effectively, which may include kneeling, walking, pushing/pulling, squatting, twisting, turning, bending, stooping and reaching overheadPhysical strength sufficient to periodically lift and/or carry 20 pounds of materials or supplies and to physically restrain a student to keep from harming themself and/or others in an emergency situationManual dexterity sufficient to perform repetitive hand/wrist/arm motions and to operate a computer and office equipmentKIPP MA staff are supported in their demanding work by experienced and dedicated leadership and staff who have themselves proven successful in their role. Our KIPP MA Executive Leadership Teams maintain consistent systems and procedures designed to permit staff to do their best work.In addition to the responsibilities listed above, there will occasionally be other duties as assigned that staff will engage in to help promote a positive and safe learning environment and culture.QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS

Deep alignment with KIPP MA's mission and values, including the unwavering belief in the high potential of all students
Demonstrated ability to drive student growth and achievement and to create a warm, inclusive, rigorous learning environment
Completion of Master's degree or higher in school psychology approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), including an advanced practicum of 1,200 hours, 600 of which must be in a school setting;
Possession of MA DESE School Psychologist License;
Experience with Special Education processes (IEP meetings, documentation, initial referrals)
An eagerness to set ambitious, challenging, and tangible goals, and a relentless drive to achieve them
Computer literacy and baseline familiarity with Google Suite
An ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and a capacity to remain calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including strong public speaking skills
Fluent Spanish or Haitian Creole speakers strongly encouraged to apply
Pass Criminal Background Checks

Additional InformationWhat We Offer
The minimum salary range for this exempt position is $90,000 to $105,000 (per 0.5 FTE/45 hours). The role includes a $1,000 signing bonus-and an annual $2,000 retention bonus in subsequent years, as well as other bonuses, when eligible. This role follows our School Year calendar.KIPP MA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in building a vibrant and welcoming school community that advances our mission of ensuring that all KIPP students graduate with the skills and confidence to lead fulfilling lives. This includes a commitment to attracting and developing individuals who understand the experiences of the students and communities we serve. We hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

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