This role involves fostering a vibrant, inclusive learning community at La Academia Partnership Charter School, where innovative instruction and comprehensive student support prepare students to become critical thinkers and global citizens. The School Psychologist will join the Student Services team, reporting to the Director of Student Services, and will play a critical role in helping students achieve academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and developmental success. The ideal candidate is collaborative, student-centered, culturally responsive, and committed to helping every student reach their full potential.
Responsibilities
Conduct appropriate educationally relevant psychological and academic assessments within required timelines as part of the multidisciplinary evaluation process
Collect, analyze, and interpret student data to assist in determining eligibility and appropriate services under Pennsylvania Chapters 14, 15, and 16
Provide diagnostic information and recommendations related to the identification and classification of students with disabilities and giftedness
Support evaluations involving disability categories including, but not limited to; Autism, Emotional Disturbance, Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disability, including dyslexia, dyscalculia, and dysgraphia, Traumatic Brain Injury, Multiple Disabilities, Other Health Impairment, including ADHD, and Mentally Gifted
Participate as an active member of multidisciplinary teams and contribute to the development and review of GIEPs, IEPs, and 504 plans
Conduct assessments that inform effective interventions and support improved academic outcomes through Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)
Assist school teams in monitoring student progress through the collection, analysis, and interpretation of academic, behavioral, and social-emotional data
Assess students' emotional, behavioral, and social-emotional needs and develop appropriate recommendations and supports
Promote positive behavioral and mental health practices at the individual, classroom, and school-wide levels
Consult with teachers, administrators, and student support staff regarding effective classroom and student behavior strategies
Provide individual and group counseling as a related service when appropriate and identified as a student need
Provide crisis prevention, intervention, and postvention support as needed
Promote social-emotional development and learning for students with and without disabilities
Help create and maintain a safe, positive, and supportive school climate
Strengthen family-school partnerships by helping families understand their child's educational, developmental, behavioral, and mental health needs
Communicate with families in a culturally responsive and accessible manner, taking into consideration diverse cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic backgrounds
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Connect families with appropriate community resources and service providers when additional support is needed
Coordinate referrals and serve as a liaison with mental health agencies, medical specialists, private providers, and other community resources
Promote understanding of developmental expectations for children with diverse abilities, cultures, languages, and backgrounds
Collaborate with teachers and school teams to develop effective academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions
Participate in school-wide assessment and accountability initiatives by generating and interpreting meaningful student and school outcome data
Conduct and support student and group progress monitoring in academic and behavioral areas
Coordinate special education services and assessments with outside providers, including intermediate units, consortia, neighboring school districts, and other service providers
Maintain accurate and timely documentation and comply with applicable Pennsylvania special education requirements and school policies
Assist the Director of Student Services with additional duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or a related field
Valid Pennsylvania K-12 School Psychologist certification
Strong knowledge of psychological and educational assessment practices
Knowledge of Pennsylvania special education requirements and processes
Ability to analyze and interpret academic, behavioral, and psychological data
Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, teachers, administrators, and outside service providers
Experience working with diverse student populations
Experience with MTSS, positive behavioral interventions, and social-emotional learning
Experience participating in multidisciplinary evaluations and developing IEPs, GIEPs, and 504 plans
Nice to have:
Master's degree in School Psychology or a related field
Bilingual English/Spanish proficiency
Benefits
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Important Details
Contract: Contract or Full-time
About the Company
La Academia Partnership Charter School (LAPCS) is committed to fostering a vibrant, inclusive learning community where innovative instruction, comprehensive student support, and cultural competency prepare students to become critical thinkers and global citizens.
