School Psychologist / School Social Worker

Job Title: School Psychologist / School Social Worker

Location: Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County,(ACADC) Lone Tree, CO

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Dean of Student Services

Work Days: Full-time, M-F, School, and Professional Development days

Desired Start Date: August 2024

Salary Range: $70,000 - $80,000 annually

Join Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County at its growing campus in Lone Tree, Colorado, in the south metropolitan Denver area to grow our student services team. Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools are dedicated to the intellectual and moral betterment of students and encourage staff members to take their own moral and intellectual improvement seriously as part of a supportive and excellence-driven culture.

Ascent Classical Academy of Douglas County is looking for a full-time school psychologist/social worker. The School Psychologist / School Social Worker serves K-12 students across special education and general education populations who require universal, targeted, and intensive intervention. He or she will have the knowledge, skills, and commitment needed to provide direct and indirect services that help students succeed academically, socially, behaviorally and emotionally. The School Psychologist / Social Worker is a key team member supporting a rigorous Classical Educational curriculum and our mission and vision based on seven core virtues.

The successful candidate will have knowledge of classical education (or the willingness and desire to learn), expertise in diverse learning needs within general education and special education settings, ensure the proper services and evaluations for students who need supplemental programming, and understand compliance with state and federal laws. The School Psychologist / Social Worker works in collaboration with the Student Services evaluation and mental health teams and is accountable to the Dean of Student Services with oversight from the Headmaster.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Master's Degree required in a related field
• CDE Licensure required
• Commitment to the policies, mission, and vision of Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools of Colorado
• Commitment to high moral character necessary to sustain ordered liberty and constitutional self-government
• Knowledge of classical education (or the willingness and desire to learn)
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills and the ability to effectively articulate information and issues
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment, superior organization, and computer skills
• Ability to develop positive and professional relationships with team members
• Ability to provide excellent customer service and always maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Willingness to complete other related duties as requested
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• After an offer is accepted, a satisfactory background check .

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds
• Must be able to traverse the classroom and adjust one's tone and height by bending or leaning.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, working on a computer, or standing
• Must be able to supervise outdoor duties

Benefits Available:

• Employer-covered monthly premiums for specific health, dental, and vision plans for full-time employees
• Employer contributions to health savings accounts for those opting for high-deductible plans
• Percentage match to retirement accounts
• Assistance program featuring free counseling and advisory sessions

Ascent Classical Academy Charter Schools, Inc. (ACACS) is a network of public charter schools in Colorado comprised of four campuses. The governing Board of Directors at ACACS has contracted with Minga Education Group (MEG) to provide employment services for all staff at ACACS. Through this partnership, MEG provides employment services, a personnel system for human resources, benefits, payroll services, and access to a 401(k) plan. For naming purposes, Minga Education Group is the employer.