We are a vibrant community of 815 K1-8 grade students, families and staff. We are proud to serve the diverse communities of Lowell. Our school represents many nations of Central and South America, Central Africa, and South East Asia.
The mission of Lowell Community Charter Public School is to graduate creative, confident and independent thinkers, global citizens and leaders who give back to their community. We will provide a comprehensive education giving students the knowledge, skills and ways of thinking that ensure their success in high school and preparation for the opportunity to go on to college. We expect our students to strive for excellence in academic achievement and personal conduct within a joyful, supportive culture. The diversity within our students, staff, families and community and the many nations from which we come is a source of strength and an opportunity for learning.
Competitive Salary and Benefits
DUTIES:
Reports to the Director of Student Support.
Administer comprehensive psych educational assessments that address the areas of suspected disability.
Write comprehensive and professional reports on assessment results that provide recommendations for services and supports to address areas of concern.
Participate in 603 CMR Team meetings as an evaluator to help determine special education eligibility.
Work in collaboration with school adjustment counselors, principals and other staff members. Provide professional development to staff on topics relevant to special education and school psychology.
Solid knowledge and experience in the development and implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans
Consult and assist teachers in working with students.
Experience in the completion of Functional Behavior AssessmentsParticipates in the School Based Medicaid SystemPrepare documentation according to the SPED mandatesInput SPED documentation on the IEP database program
QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's Degree from an accredited college or university.
Certified as a School Psychologist by the Massachusetts Department of Education.
Licensing as an Educational Psychologist by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Allied Mental Health is preferred (all levels).
Prefer three years, on a full-time basis, as a psychologist dealing with problems of children of school age. One of these years should have been in a school setting. A year of suitable internship experience may be counted toward the three year requirement.
Proven ability to work effectively with/for children and adults in a multi-cultural community.
Empathetic to the needs of young people and adults in the area of special needs. Bilingual is preferred, but not required.
Full time position.
The Lowell Community Charter Public School is committed to creating an environment of inclusion cross-geography and across traditional lines of differences, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age.
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