Director, School Psychology (Elementary)

About the role

The Regional Director of School Psychology, Elementary Schools is a key leader within KIPP NYC’s Student Support Services team, responsible for strengthening behavioral, mental health, and special education systems across a portfolio of elementary schools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the quality and implementation of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) across a portfolio of schools

• Provide coaching, consultation, and feedback to school-based staff to strengthen behavioral assessment and intervention practices

• Provide direct clinical support in complex or high-need cases requiring advanced expertise

• Develop recommendations related to behavioral, cognitive, and academic supports for students

• Promote asset-based approaches to supporting students with disabilities and challenge deficit-based narratives through coaching, professional development, and consultation

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) frameworks across schools

• Support schools in developing tiered intervention systems, universal screening processes, progress monitoring structures, and data-driven decision-making practices

• Build the capacity of school-based teams to identify student needs, match students to appropriate interventions, and monitor intervention effectiveness

• Partner with school leaders to strengthen Child Study Team structures and practices

• Ensure school teams use data effectively to drive intervention planning and student support decisions

• Collaborate with the Regional Director of School Psychology and other Student Support Services leaders to ensure alignment of MTSS practices across the network

• Provide MTSS consultation and support to high school teams as needed

• Coach and develop school-based leaders, school psychologists, teachers, and Student Support Services teams

• Design and facilitate professional development focused on behavioral interventions, MTSS implementation, special education compliance, and student support best practices

• Build sustainable school-based capacity through ongoing coaching, consultation, and systems development

• Observe school-based practices and provide actionable feedback to strengthen implementation fidelity

• Provide clinical supervision for school psychology interns and/or oversee supervision structures for school-based psychology trainees

• Partner with the compliance manager and Directors of Student Support Services to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local special education regulations

• Support schools with all aspects of IEP development, implementation, monitoring, and compliance

• Provide guidance regarding Section 504 plans and related compliance requirements

• Support schools during audits, reviews, and compliance monitoring processes

• Maintain strong working knowledge of special education regulations, procedural safeguards, and best practices

• Collaborate with school teams to ensure students receive appropriate services and supports in the least restrictive environment

• Participate in Child Study Team meetings, IEP meetings, manifestation determination reviews, and other student support meetings as needed

• Partner with families to review assessment results, discuss recommendations, and support student success

• Serve as an advocate for students and families throughout the special education process

• Build strong relationships with school leaders, staff, and families to ensure coordinated support for students

• Consult with Principals, Deans, Directors of Student Support Services, and other school-based leaders regarding student needs and intervention planning

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in School Psychology required (Master’s, Ed.S., or Doctoral degree)

• Eligible for or currently holding New York State certification in School Psychology

• Minimum of five years of successful experience as a school psychologist

• Deep expertise in behavioral assessment, intervention design, and progress monitoring

• Strong knowledge of Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs), Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs), and evidence-based behavioral interventions

• Deep understanding of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and experience building or strengthening tiered support systems

• Strong knowledge of special education regulations, compliance requirements, and best practices

• Experience supporting IEP development, implementation, and monitoring

• Experience designing and facilitating professional development for adult learners

• Demonstrated success coaching and developing educators and school leaders

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience writing FBAs, BIPs, 504 plans, evaluation reports, and other compliance documentation

• Skilled in advocacy, collaboration, and navigating complex educational systems on behalf of students and families

• Familiarity with the NYC DOE related services system and experience supporting schools in coordinating services preferred

• Experience working with students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder preferred

• BCBA or BCBA-D certification preferred

• Deep commitment to educational equity and an unwavering belief in the potential of all students

• Commitment to asset-based practices and inclusive educational environments

• Demonstrates KIPP NYC’s core values of zest, grit, hope, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor

• Passion for being part of a collaborative, mission-driven organization focused on improving outcomes for students and families