What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Psychologist (25-26 SY) position at Freire Schools?
About Freire Schools
Established in 1999, Freire Schools (www.freireschools.org) is a network of four charter schools across Philadelphia and Delaware whose mission is to prepare students from historically underserved communities for success in college and beyond. We're distinguished by our belief in every student who walks through our doors, our strong code of conduct and commitment to peace that ensures a safe environment for all, our sense of family throughout our community, and our joyous and engaged classrooms that focus on academic achievement. As evidence of our impact, in 2023 Stanford's Center for Research on Education Outcomes ranked Freire Schools in the top 15 in the country for academic gains out of 368 charter networks nationwide.
About the team
For this School Psychologist position, you'll be working for our high school in center city Philadelphia called Freire Charter High School (9th-12th Grade): One of the first charter schools to open in Pennsylvania, Freire High School was founded in 1999 as the flagship Freire Schools campus. 100% of the Freire High School Class of 2024 were accepted to college and earned almost $8 million in scholarships and financial aid offers for college. Freire High School's rigorous, creative curriculum and comprehensive academic and emotional supports help our students thrive in high school, in college, and beyond.
Freire Charter High School (9-12): 2027 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
What you'll do
As a School Psychologist, you'll provide comprehensive psychological services, including assessments, counseling, and interventions, to support the academic and emotional success of our students. You'll regularly collaborate with educators, administrators, families, and external partners to create a nurturing and effective learning environment for our Freire High School students.
Responsibilities
- Assessment and Evaluation: Conduct psychological evaluations to identify students' cognitive, academic, and social-emotional needs, and determine eligibility for special education services.
- Counseling and Intervention: Provide individual and group counseling to students facing academic, behavioral, or emotional challenges. Develop and implement intervention plans tailored to student needs.
- Collaboration: Work closely with teachers, academic advisors, and the emotional support team to develop strategies that promote student well-being and academic achievement.
- Crisis Management: Participate in crisis intervention and provide support during emergencies, ensuring the safety and well-being of the school community.
- Mentorship: Mentor and supervise psychology and social work interns from local university partners.
- Compliance and Documentation: Maintain accurate and confidential records in accordance with school policies and state regulations.
Who you are
You possess an unwavering belief that our students are capable of success, and you both exude and cultivate our values of equity, love, critical thinking, and diversity. We're looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply.
Minimum requirements
- Master's or Doctoral degree in School Psychology or a related field.
- Certification: Valid Pennsylvania School Psychologist (CSPG 81 School Psychologist PK-12) Certification is REQUIRED.
- Prior experience working with urban youth in an educational setting is preferred.
- Proficiency in conducting psychological assessments, developing intervention plans, and providing counseling services. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
- Dedication to promoting a peaceful and inclusive school culture that supports the diverse needs of all students.
Pay and benefits
We offer a competitive salary based on your experience and qualifications. Our benefits package includes health, dental, vision, and more. Pennsylvania employees are enrolled in Freire's 403(b) retirement plan which includes a 5% contribution from Freire.
Freire Schools is committed to maintaining a workplace environment that is free from all forms of discrimination and discriminatory harassment, in service of the policy goal to provide all persons equal access to all categories of employment regardless of a person's actual or perceived race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, ethnic background, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, disability, veteran/military status, or any other category protected by state or federal law.
