UP Education Network
School Psychologist Leave Coverage (SY25-26)
UP Education Network, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
School Psychologist Leave Coverage (SY25-26)
Grade Level:
PreK-8th Start Date:
ASAP Locations:
Boston, MA
About UP Education Network UP Education Network is a non‑profit organization that addresses inequities in public school systems. Since 2010, UP has focused on transforming the lowest‑performing schools in Massachusetts into exceptional learning environments. We manage two charter‑like campuses in Dorchester, serving over 1,300 students in Boston Public Schools (BPS) from Pre‑K through 8th grade. Our network provides comprehensive support and management that builds capacity for schools to focus deeply on students.
Working at UP Education Network At UP, your career is shaped by:
Immediate impact:
We bring best practices from high‑performing schools to students who are previously enrolled in struggling schools, unlocking the potential of these students.
Mission‑driven colleagues:
Our staff is enthusiastic, dedicated, and willing to do “whatever it takes” to put every student on the path to college.
Collaboration and teamwork:
Staff collaborate closely on grade‑level or content area teams, using data to track student performance and guide instructional practice.
Professional growth:
Staff receive bi‑weekly check‑in meetings with managers for coaching and support, and participate in weekly professional development sessions during the school year, kick‑started by extensive training in August.
Role The School Psychologist at UP Academy will provide consultation, assessment, and intervention services related to school psychology. This long‑term substitute position pays $385.30 per day based on the Boston Teachers Union substitute scale.
Specific Responsibilities
Evaluate and screen students to assess cognitive abilities and social‑emotional and behavioral needs.
Write evaluation reports including all cognitive, social‑emotional, and behavior assessments and goals.
Create a climate conducive to counseling and implement a variety of effective guidance and therapeutic strategies.
Provide consultation to classroom teachers on student progress, behavior management techniques, and individualized behavior management plans.
Meet federal, state, and local mandates in performance of duties.
Determine and maintain programs based on goals set by IEP.
Provide one‑to‑one or small group services as appropriate.
Work with the IEP Team to create IEPs for annual reviews and provide input for students involved in the three‑year re‑evaluation.
Maintain logs and ongoing assessments to evaluate student progress and complete progress reports.
Attend family conferences; participate in special education meetings; participate in dispute resolution meetings, hearings, and mediation settlement meetings as needed.
Coordinate outreach activities that support students and families including pediatricians, outside counseling agencies, and agencies such as DCF, DMH, etc.; conduct home visits and work with families to help students make positive behavioral changes.
Complete Medicaid reimbursement activities; perform other duties related to this job description as required by the school Principals or other immediate supervisor.
Qualifications
Completion of a Master’s degree or higher in school psychology approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), including an advanced practicum of 1,200 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).
A passionate belief in UP Academy’s mission, values, and educational model.
An eagerness to set ambitious, challenging, and tangible goals and a relentless drive to achieve them.
Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment and remain calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including strong public speaking skills.
A sense of humility in the face of success.
Current authorization to work in the United States – must have such authorization by first day of employment.
Compensation and Benefits UP Academy follows the salary scales and placement policies of each host school district or state turnaround plan; please see the relevant union’s collective bargaining agreement for details. As an employee of UP Academy and your respective school district, you will receive the same access to personal and sick days, health insurance, and dental insurance as others within your union.
EEO Statement UP Education Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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PreK-8th Start Date:
ASAP Locations:
Boston, MA
About UP Education Network UP Education Network is a non‑profit organization that addresses inequities in public school systems. Since 2010, UP has focused on transforming the lowest‑performing schools in Massachusetts into exceptional learning environments. We manage two charter‑like campuses in Dorchester, serving over 1,300 students in Boston Public Schools (BPS) from Pre‑K through 8th grade. Our network provides comprehensive support and management that builds capacity for schools to focus deeply on students.
Working at UP Education Network At UP, your career is shaped by:
Immediate impact:
We bring best practices from high‑performing schools to students who are previously enrolled in struggling schools, unlocking the potential of these students.
Mission‑driven colleagues:
Our staff is enthusiastic, dedicated, and willing to do “whatever it takes” to put every student on the path to college.
Collaboration and teamwork:
Staff collaborate closely on grade‑level or content area teams, using data to track student performance and guide instructional practice.
Professional growth:
Staff receive bi‑weekly check‑in meetings with managers for coaching and support, and participate in weekly professional development sessions during the school year, kick‑started by extensive training in August.
Role The School Psychologist at UP Academy will provide consultation, assessment, and intervention services related to school psychology. This long‑term substitute position pays $385.30 per day based on the Boston Teachers Union substitute scale.
Specific Responsibilities
Evaluate and screen students to assess cognitive abilities and social‑emotional and behavioral needs.
Write evaluation reports including all cognitive, social‑emotional, and behavior assessments and goals.
Create a climate conducive to counseling and implement a variety of effective guidance and therapeutic strategies.
Provide consultation to classroom teachers on student progress, behavior management techniques, and individualized behavior management plans.
Meet federal, state, and local mandates in performance of duties.
Determine and maintain programs based on goals set by IEP.
Provide one‑to‑one or small group services as appropriate.
Work with the IEP Team to create IEPs for annual reviews and provide input for students involved in the three‑year re‑evaluation.
Maintain logs and ongoing assessments to evaluate student progress and complete progress reports.
Attend family conferences; participate in special education meetings; participate in dispute resolution meetings, hearings, and mediation settlement meetings as needed.
Coordinate outreach activities that support students and families including pediatricians, outside counseling agencies, and agencies such as DCF, DMH, etc.; conduct home visits and work with families to help students make positive behavioral changes.
Complete Medicaid reimbursement activities; perform other duties related to this job description as required by the school Principals or other immediate supervisor.
Qualifications
Completion of a Master’s degree or higher in school psychology approved by the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), including an advanced practicum of 1,200 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).
A passionate belief in UP Academy’s mission, values, and educational model.
An eagerness to set ambitious, challenging, and tangible goals and a relentless drive to achieve them.
Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment and remain calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including strong public speaking skills.
A sense of humility in the face of success.
Current authorization to work in the United States – must have such authorization by first day of employment.
Compensation and Benefits UP Academy follows the salary scales and placement policies of each host school district or state turnaround plan; please see the relevant union’s collective bargaining agreement for details. As an employee of UP Academy and your respective school district, you will receive the same access to personal and sick days, health insurance, and dental insurance as others within your union.
EEO Statement UP Education Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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