Overview of the Malden Public Schools:

The Malden Public Schools (MPS) is a richly diverse school district located within the Greater Boston area and accessible by the MBTA orange line train. Malden’s student body comprises approximately 6,800 students who represent 59 different countries and speak 67 different languages. We have 1 early learning center, 5 K-8 schools, and 1 high school. We are committed to providing high expectations for all learners through rigorous instruction and culturally responsive practices and pedagogy. MPS is a safe, welcoming, and collaborative district where we encourage and embrace a growth mindset. We believe that our diversity is an asset, and we are seeking candidates that reflect, embrace, and contribute to the strengths of our community. 

The Salemwood Community:

The Salemwood School is one of the largest and most diverse K-8 schools in the city of Malden. Our school prides itself on our international diversity; our families speak over 34 different languages. Our school is home to a Sheltered English Immersion program, which serves students whose primary language is not English.

At Salemwood, we work in partnership with our parents and caregivers to provide a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment. Our aim is to provide all children with a sense of belonging and access to the academic, social, and emotional resources they need to attain their full potential and to become successful, independent, and culturally-proficient members of our community and our world. We are proud to serve families from every Malden neighborhood and from over 30 different countries. We view positive engagement and respectful behavior as skills that can be taught and we work as a community to help our students develop a respect for self and others, a sense of civic responsibility, and an appreciation for people with diverse origins, identities, beliefs, and learning styles.

The school values the culture and beliefs that each child brings to the classroom, and teachers believe that children must engage with their world in order to make sense of it and build their knowledge. Each student is expected to take responsibility for his/her own learning, while collaborating, supporting, and respecting others. Teachers provide learning experiences that guide and capture our student’s interests while at the same time helping them to develop literacy and math skills, think critically, problem solve, and engage in rich scientific and historical inquiry. We embraced the PBIS framework which focuses on positive behavior management and allows us to strengthen our high expectations and respect for all in our school community. Our mascot is the Shark: Safe, Helpful, Attentive, Respectful and Kind.

At Salemwood, we are deeply committed to creating and fostering a learning environment where student achievements are celebrated, learning styles are complimented and cultural diversity is the true inspirational beacon. These commitments of pure devotion are common threads of our Salemwood School community.

Certifications:

• DESE licensed as a School Social Worker/Adjustment Counselor required; 
• LICSW, LCSW or LMHC licensure, or capacity to obtain licensure within the first 12-months of employment, required. 

Consultation in collaboration with other therapists around social emotional and behavioral needs

• Possess a strong background in Positive Behavior Support, and in developing emotional regulation skills in young students, both through individual counseling, and through embedded, curriculum-based strategies that can be used in the classroom.
• Implement and maintain an inclusive model of service delivery through cooperation, collaboration, and partnerships with administrators, teachers, therapists, parents, and students.
• Provide ongoing consultation to administrators, teachers, and other professionals to assist them in meeting students' social, emotional and academic needs;
• Participate in a multi-tiered system of support (PBIS and RTI) by working collaboratively with other school professionals to analyze data, determine effective interventions, and progress monitor the effectiveness of such interventions.
• Support teachers on implementing behavior support plans in the classroom in collaboration with the BCBA
• Demonstrate the ability to assess and interpret maladaptive school behavior and recommend interventions, treatment and school-based intervention as needed
• Assist in providing behavioral and physical interventions when needed

Counseling/Teaching

• Deliver individual and group counseling services to support students’ social and emotional health and well-being.
• Co-facilitate with the SLP groups specific to social skills (i.e. Social Thinking)
• Co-facilitate with the BCBA and/or OT groups specific to self-regulation skills (i.e. Rainbow Dance)
• Facilitate whole group classroom lessons specific to self-regulation skills (i.e. Zones of Regulation)

Assessments / IEPs

• As part of the initial evaluation team, meet with parents/guardians and write comprehensive home/social assessments
• Write IEP goals, progress reports, and annual review reports.
• Attend IEP meetings as needed

Case Management / Crisis Intervention

• Make referrals, coordinate, and maintain outreach to parents and outside agencies to address mental health needs
• In collaboration with school professionals and administrators, intervene during crisis situations and make appropriate referrals
• Working knowledge of applicable federal and state statutes

Salary: Commensurate with Malden Public Schools’ Unit A salary schedule.

To Apply: Submit letter of interest highlighting qualifications for the position via TalentEd.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Malden Public Schools is committed to cultivating an ethnically, racially, and linguistically diverse and inclusive environment where different backgrounds and perspectives are celebrated. We believe the differences within our environment will positively impact student outcomes and benefit our employees and community. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.