School Psychologist - Elementary School (K-4)

Collegiate Charter School of Lowell is a tuition-free public charter academy, providing an academically challenging program in a safe, structured environment. CCSL opened its doors in September 2013 to serve students in K-3. The school has expanded each school year and currently serves students in K-12 as of the 2022-23 school year.

Our mission is to be a provider of top-quality education to a highly diverse student body. CCSL will prepare all students for success in college, equip them with the ability and desire for lifelong learning, and strengthen their civic, ethical, and moral values. CCSL will maintain high standards of efficiency and accountability throughout its operation.

What CCSL is Searching For:
Collegiate Charter School of Lowell (CCSL) is searching for an adventure seeker to join our rock star team of educators! Are you dedicated to providing a high quality education choice to the students of Lowell? CCSL has 1,200 students who are patiently waiting for YOU (well, as patiently as a K-12 student can wait…). Hurry! Click that apply button TODAY!

Position: School Psychologist

Collegiate Charter School of Lowell is seeking full-time School Psychologist, grades K-4 to provide direct counseling service to meet the social and emotional needs of students and complete psychological testing in accordance with special education regulations.

Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of methods of assessment, learning processes, and instructional interventions to meet students needs. Strong clinical skills and a highly collaborative work ethic are essential to this role.

Collegiate offers a full benefits package of medical, dental, vision, pet insurance, PTO, and position is eligible to pay into Massachusetts Teacher's Retirement System (MTRS).

Responsibilities:
Provide comprehensive services including:
Counseling

• Assessment, and Intervention
  Unwavering belief in the high potential of all students
  Providing direct counseling service to students on an as needed basis
  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
  An ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and a capacity to remain calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges
  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including strong public speaking skills
  The School Psychologist will also approach the work with a sense of possibility, seeing challenges as opportunities for creative problem solving
  The School Psychologist will support assigned Collegiate students and will report directly to the Director of Special Education and Assistant Principals
  Evaluate and screen students to assess cognitive, academic and social-emotional and behavioral needs
  Write evaluation reports including all cognitive, academic, social-emotional, and behavior assessments and goals
  Maintain logs and ongoing assessments to evaluate student progress and complete progress reports
  Deliver crisis response and intervention services to students, families, and staff when needed
  Routinely gather evidence of positive outcomes resulting from psychological services
  Receive and review available developmental information from school and outside resources about student behavior(s) and select evidence-supported or evidence-based psychological interventions
  Student and Family Engagement
  Work 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-evaluation
  Attend family conferences as needed
  Coordinate 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 changes
  School and Community Support
  Provide consultation to classroom teachers pertaining to student progress, behavior management techniques and establishing individualized behavior management plans
  Meet federal and state mandates as well as local policies in performance of duties
  Participate in special education meetings
  Participate in dispute resolution meetings, hearings, and mediation settlement meetings as needed
  Participate and engage in professional development and community events

Requirements:
MA DESE License - School Psychologist or ability to obtain MA licensure
Previous/Recent experience preferred
Completion of all required reference and criminal background checks
Committed to the vision of high expectations for achievement, equal access to high levels of instruction, the achievement of academic and linguistic proficiency for all students, and the closing of the opportunity gap
Knowledge of the full continuum of mental health care services, such as prevention and intervention
Thorough understanding of barriers to student learning and the use of counseling strategies to eliminate those barriers
A self-reflective, active learner capable of interactive dialogue with all members of the school community
Candidates must be flexible and collaborative and have well-established verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to share information and resources as appropriate, including strong written communication skills