School Psychologist

Job Posting

Title:

School Psychologist

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- Hiring Department:

University of Texas Charter School

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- Position Open To:

All Applicants

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- Weekly Scheduled

Hours:

40

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- FLSA Status:

Exempt

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- Earliest

Start Date:

Immediately

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- Position Duration:

Expected to Continue

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- Location:

AUSTIN, TX

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- Job Details:

General Notes

You will make a difference!

You'll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference in the lives of students and colleagues. If you're the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you'll love working in the UT High School. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to:

* Salaries that are highly competitive with the local ISD

* Eligibility for annual merit-based permanent salary increases

* Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%)

* Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options

* Paid sick time, and holidays

* Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan

* Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs:
Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b)

* Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses

* Robust free training access through Linked In Learning plus professional conference opportunities

* Tuition assistance

* Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets

* Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff

* For more details, please see: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./benefits

This position is hybrid (in person and remote) at the University of Texas-University Charter School. The position begins September 1, 2026 and follows the holiday staff schedule of the University of Texas  University of Texas-University Charter School is a public charter school and follows all state and federal regulations for public school services. The University of Texas-University Charter School is a part of the University of Texas at Austin's College of Education.

Purpose

Maintain case management of special education students. Assess students for special education eligibility. Establish appropriate special education plans for students and provide support of these plans in the classroom.

Responsibilities

* Conduct all aspects of student special education evaluations. Maintain current knowledge of best practices regarding special education evaluations. Compile and maintain all reports, required notices and consents. Contact parents to obtain required consent for new special education evaluation. Conduct requested special education evaluations. Document and archive in eSped. Conduct special education evaluation following all timelines. Review reports with parents and campus staff.

* Conduct all special education administrative activities at the campus. Coordinate provision of assistive technology supports and services. Keep principal informed of current and supporting teacher training. Verify special education attendance reports. Verify completion of six weeks progress reports. Review summary of compliance report on a weekly basis and correct any issues identified. Respond to parent inquiries and concerns. Collect, maintain documentation of provision of services to student.

* Conduct all tasks involved with student special education data during enrollment and withdraw. Receive Student Data Request Form, process Transfer of Records or Transfer IEP. Complete Transfer of Records or Transfer IEP documentation in eSped and archive documents. Identify missing Special Education information in newly enrolled student records and provide information to clerk so additional records can be requested. Review enrolling and withdrawn student records, ensure compliance and archive.

* Provide special education counseling as needed.

* Schedule, facilitate, and document all aspects of Individual Education Program meetings following federal, state, and local guidelines and rules. Review IEP documentation submitted by teachers to ensure compliance with local guidelines. Maintain student special education records according to federal, state, and local guidelines. Coordinate communication between service providers to facilitate implementation of the IEP.

* Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in School Psychology and Licensed Specialist in School Psychology LSSP certification. Knowledge of state and Federal Special Education law. Knowledge of the ARD process. Knowledge of disabilities and the impact on children. Skilled in developing effective and compliant IEPs. Skilled in assisting and counseling students with disabilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Skilled in working effectively under timelines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Skilled in maintaining accurate and compliant student records. Skilled in developing and maintaining effective working relationships.…