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School Psychologist
full timeLos Angeles, CA
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AT A GLANCE
School SupportFull TimeFull-Time ImmediateMaster’s degree required
Required
- People Leadership
- Master’s degree
Who We Are KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our
About the role
Who We Are
KIPP SoCal Public Schools is a nonprofit organization that operates 20 tuition-free, open-enrollment charter public schools, within 17 Local Education Agencies (LEA), educating more than 10,000 students and supporting 8,300 alumni to and through college and beyond. Our award winning schools are part of the national KIPP (Knowledge Is Power Program) network, dedicated to meeting the needs of all learners and providing the social, emotional and academic support for success in high school, college, and life.
Mission
Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose—college, career and beyond—so they can lead fulfilling lives and create a more just world.
What We Do
At KIPP SoCal we build trusting relationships that are strengthened by high expectations and collaboration alongside laughter and joy. We set ambitious goals and hold each other accountable for students achieving their greatest potential. We work together with each other and in partnership with families and communities in the active pursuit of a more equitable world. We do the right thing, even when it's not always comfortable standing up and speaking out against anti-blackness, racism, oppression, and injustice. We persevere through obstacles and treat failure as an opportunity to learn and grow.
You Should Apply If
You have previous experience as a School Psychologist providing social-emotional support to children in grades K-8; especially in a school environment. You are an excellent communicator who enjoys working with teachers, administration and other school staff. You are passionate about developing students' social-emotional skills to support their ability to access their educational program.
Please note: This position has an anticipated start date of December 4th 2026. Please submit an application asap.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group services to children that emphasize improved educational performance and/or conduct
- Screen and evaluate referred children including selecting appropriate instruments, administering tests, observations, and writing reports which state the evaluation findings and provide for educational program recommendations
- Will support with minimal DIS Counseling services for students with IEPs
- Participate as a member of the IEP team, contributing evaluation findings and collaborating with all members of the team to develop high-quality education plans
- Collaborate with school special education and general education staff around special education programming, RTI and intervention implementation, Student Study Team meetings, and KIPP LA-wide Crisis planning
- Consult with parents, teachers, and other staff regarding any accommodations/modifications needed for a specific child
- Maintain appropriate data on students, including present levels of performance and intervention strategies
- Establish and manage necessary caseloads, work with schools and other staff to plan assessments/ assessment plans and meetings. Submit records, reports, and assignments promptly and efficiently
- Manage, conduct, and support special education teachers with Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Support Plans
Requirements
- Master's degree is required
- Pupil Personal Services Credential (PPSC) with a specialization in School Psychology required
- Demonstrated commitment to students and learning
- Experience with students grades K-8
- Excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to write clearly and persuasively and interact effectively with different audiences
- Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills; high sense of urgency; demonstrated ability to successfully handle multiple cases concurrently
- Ability to work as a part of a team
- Demonstrates ability to adjust to and use new approaches in the performance of his/her duties
Benefits
- Very competitive and transparent compensation package inclusive of a generous benefits package (follow link and refer to slides 8/9 for salary scale. This role is in Group SS3). Salary is based on years of experience at KIPP SoCal only so all team members will come in at Year 1 at $90,000
- 100% of healthcare premium costs covered by employer, dependents added at 50% of the cost
- Employer-paid KIPP SoCal life insurance
- 401(k) plan with up to 6% match by KIPP SoCal
- Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance, Supplemental Life, Accident, Short Term Disability, etc.)
- Generous paid time off program includes 22 holidays, sick leave, and vacation
- Other great benefits (Flexible spending account, EAP, college tuition benefits program through Guardian Dental plan, etc.)
- Dental
- 401(k)
- PTO
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