School Psychologist - Greater Boston 2025-2026

Our MissionThe mission of all of KIPP Massachusetts schools is to create an environment where students develop the academic skills intellectual habits and character traits necessary to maximize their potential in high school college and the world beyond. Our program is based on:A focus on highquality 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 postsecondary education and future.What We DoWe seek to provide a worldclass 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.Our Diversity Equity and Inclusivity VisionAt KIPP Massachusetts we believe that Knowledge is Power. Every day our team and family have the opportunity to either perpetuate systems of oppression or disrupt them. We are compelled by the ideals of diversity equity and inclusivity. Therefore we continuously commit to operating as an antiracist organization. Read more at Diversity Equity Inclusivity Vision.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 Lynn KIPP Academy Lynn Elementary (serving grades K4 KIPP Academy Lynn Middle (serving grades 58 and KIPP Academy Lynn Collegiate (serving grades 912 are all under our Lynn charter. Admission to any grade in the Lynn district is admission to all remaining grades in the Lynn district K12. 66 of our students in Lynn are Hispanic 23 are African American and 11 are other races/ethnicities Boston KIPP Academy Boston Elementary (serving grades K4 and KIPP Academy Boston (serving grades 58 are both under our Boston charter. Admission to any grade in the Boston district is admission to all remaining grades in the Boston district K8. 68 of our students in Boston are African American 30 are Hispanic and 2 are other races/ethnicities.Across both districts in school year 202021 KIPP Massachusetts will serve over 2100 students.KIPP NationalKIPP Massachusetts partners with the KIPP Foundation or KIPP National which is a nonprofit national network of collegepreparatory public charter schools serving elementary middle and high school students. KIPP National has a 25year track record of preparing our students in educationally underserved communities for success in college and life.There are 242 KIPP schools in 20 states plus the District of Columbia educating over 100000 students on their path to and through college and career. We believe that excellent academic safe and structured schools empowered teachers an emphasis on character development and support through college 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 highquality 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 highquality 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 childrens 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 socialemotional and behavioral needsWrite evaluation reports including all cognitive academic socialemotional 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 evidencesupported or evidencebased 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 threeyear reevaluationAttend 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 MAs Code of Conduct by acting with integrity leading with humanity centering selfawareness 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 schoolSelfawareness flexibility and emotional intelligence to navigate a setting with students who express diverse needsThe consistent use of interpersonal and selfmanagement 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 equipment KIPP 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.QualificationsQUALIFICATIONSLove and unwavering belief in the high potential of all studentsCommitment to antiracism and equityDemonstrated ability to drive student growth and achievement and to create a warm inclusive rigorous learning environmentCompletion of Masters degree or higher in school psychology approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) including an advanced practicum of 1200 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 themComputer literacy and baseline familiarity with Google SuiteAn ability to thrive in a fastpaced entrepreneurial environment and a capacity to remain calm and focused when faced with unexpected challengesExcellent interpersonal and communication skills including strong public speaking skillsFluent Spanish or Haitian Creole speakers strongly encouraged to applyPass Criminal Background ChecksKIPP MA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in the importance of being a diverse equitable and inclusive organization that enables all of our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and identity for our staff and students. We hire without consideration to race religion creed color national origin age gender sexual orientation marital status veteran status or disability.What We OfferThe minimum salary range for this exempt position is $70000 to $85000 (per 1.0 FTE/45 hours). The role includes a $1000 signing bonusand an annual $2000 retention bonus in subsequent years as well as other bonuses when eligible. This role follows our School Year calendar. For more about what we offer how to apply and more about KIPP MA please visit this link HERE.