School Psychologist

Starting Date: Immediately

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Length of position: 210-day contract per year

Hours:

7:30 A.M - 4:30 P.M

The School Psychologist possesses expertise in comprehensive psycho educational assessment, Special Education eligibility determination, academic and behavioral evaluation, data analysis, and student support services. This position is skilled in administering and interpreting a variety of standardized assessments, preparing comprehensive evaluation reports, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective support strategies. The role provides consultation and support to students, families, and school staff to promote positive academic, behavioral, and social-emotional outcomes.

This position is responsible for managing complex caseloads while exercising sound professional judgment and maintaining compliance with legal and ethical standards. Works under limited supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Conducts comprehensive psycho educational evaluations to determine eligibility for Special Education services.
• Administers, scores, and interprets standardized psychological, cognitive, academic, behavioral, and social-emotional assessments to evaluate student needs.
• Analyzes assessment data and prepares clear, thorough evaluation reports with evidence-based recommendations for intervention and support.
• Monitors student progress and evaluates the effectiveness of interventions and services.
• Provides consultation to service providers, school staff, and families regarding academic, behavioral, social-emotional, and mental health concerns.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to support student achievement and promote positive educational outcomes.
• Participates in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD)/IEP meetings and other multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Applies effective problem-solving and critical-thinking skills to address student, programmatic, and organizational needs.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills when working with students, families, and school staff.
• Maintains compliance with district policies, procedures, ethical standards, and applicable legal requirements.
• Stays informed of changes in federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and professional standards related to Special Education and School Psychology.
• Participates in continuing education, training, and professional learning opportunities to enhance clinical, assessment, consultation, and intervention skills.
• Adapts effectively to changing priorities, responsibilities, and educational environments.
• Demonstrates professionalism through appropriate conduct, appearance, dependability, and accountability.
• Meets established standards for attendance, punctuality, and timely completion of assigned responsibilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

• Master’s degree in school psychology or any related field.
• Licensure from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists as a LSP or:
• candidate for Texas Licensure under a supervisory agreement with an approved supervisor and who has passed all necessary testing for licensure;
• holds a current, valid license from a state that has a reciprocity agreement that may be transferred to Texas.
• Current LSSP Licensure in accordance with the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
• Sign Language proficiency:
  Advanced (per Signed Language Proficiency Interview).

• Proficient signed communications skills.
• Experience in a school setting.
• Experience working with students who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have multiple disabilities.
• Experience managing and conducting student Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings.

• Problem solving – identifies and resolves problems timely and gathers and analyzes information skillfully.
• Effective communication – appropriately communicates with colleagues, students, parents, families, administrators,…