SCHOOL INFORMATION:

Located in Grand Rapids, MI, Knapp Charter Academy has a diverse community with a focus on celebrating our uniqueness and appreciating each other’s differences. We’ve also outperformed the local school district on the state test for more than 10 years. Opening our doors in 1997 and serving students Young5-8, we create endless opportunities for our students to become their best. We inspire our students to excel academically and think creatively to reach their full potential. Our dedicated teachers help students apply critical-thinking skills to solve real-world problems. We build kids of character through our moral focus program. As a result, students are prepared to tackle 21st century challenges and excel in high school, college, and beyond.

For more information on Knapp Charter Academy click http://www.knappcharteracademy.org .

HIGHLIGHTS:

• You can make a difference by directly impacting the life of a student.

• You will receive regular coaching and development opportunities to grow your skills and career.

• You will have access to resources, including support from our curriculum and instruction team, credentialing team, and the school leadership team.

• Benefit eligibility dependent on full or part-time status: medical, dental, vison, company-matched retirement plan and tuition reimbursement.
  

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers and interprets a wide range of individualized standardized assessment instruments in all psychological domains. The psychologists will be competent in administering and guiding other staff in the administration of achievement tests.

• Conducts effective psychological and psycho-educational diagnostic, prescriptive evaluations of children.

• Is able to complete interventions and instructional support to assist in developing academic skills. Is familiar with Individual Education Plans (IEP) and is able to assist in writing and can consult on implementing goals.

• Counseling students and parents while pointing them toward further resources when needed.

• Collaborating with the special education team to design and implement intervention strategies and programs.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must hold a school psychologist provisional, Level B, Level A, or Supervisor License through the LA Dept. of Education
  

COMPANY INFORMATION :

National Heritage Academies (NHA) partners with communities to build and operate public charter schools. Founded in 1995, today NHA has over 100 schools in nine states, serving more than 60,000 students in kindergarten through 12th grade. Our schools are designed to eliminate the achievement gap and provide school choice to families so their children are prepared for success in college, career, and life. In fact, a majority of our schools consistently outperform their local district on the state test. According to the Center for Research Outcomes at Stanford University, NHA is a leading performer among charter schools and management organizations, outperforming both conventional district schools and other charter school operators. In addition, according to our employee survey, over 90% of respondents agree that the work they do is meaningful to them. Join us. Together we impact a life.

National Heritage Academies is an equal opportunity employer.