Bilingual School Psychologist

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JOB STATUS: OPEN

POSTING DATE: 03/20/2026

POSTING NUMBER: 052366

LOCATION:

Admin Special Education - 877

POSITION TITLE:

Bilingual School Psychologist

Perform professional psychological work in assessment, behavior management, and counseling for students with emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, and behavioral problems. Assess the psychological and psycho-educational needs of students referred to special education services. Guide development of Individualized Education Plans (IEP) in compliance with Federal/state law and District policy and procedures.

• Select and administer assessments and observations to evaluate the intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of referred students. Determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and state regulations. Develop emotional/behavioral evaluation reports and behavior interventions.
• Complete associated documentation for and/or participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee meetings to assist with appropriate placement and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures.
• Meet with parents to discuss pertinent background information and test results.
• Conduct individual and/or group counseling sessions as directed by the IEP.
• Consult with teachers and relevant staff concerning the educational needs of students, interpretation of assessment data, and implementation of behavior intervention plans in managing disruptive students.
• Consult with psychologists, psychiatrists, medical doctors, and community agencies concerning intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of students as needed.
• Consult with staff on manifestation determination reviews (MDR) and threat assessments.
• Present staff development training to enable school personnel to identify and work more effectively with students with emotional, social, and behavioral disturbances.
• Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of psychological services and assessment procedures and make changes based on findings.
• Participate in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including case records, test results, statistical data, and test inventories.
• Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
• Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.
• May provide clinical supervision to intern or trainee.
• Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.
• Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Display tolerance necessary for accepting supervision and feedback regarding job performance.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• One-year experience in education

• Master’s degree, specialist degree or doctoral degree in related field
• Valid license as a school psychologist from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TSBEP)

• Knowledge of administration and interpretation of appropriate evaluation instruments
• Knowledge of public laws and district procedures regarding special education
• Maintaining two-way communication between various stakeholders
• Demonstrated organizational skills

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Interns, trainees, and clerical staff as assigned

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals
• Posture: Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
• Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension
• Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds), occasional heaving lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint; assisting nonambulatory students
• Environment: May require district wide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours
• Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure

* Note:

An individual who has completed an internship, applied for a license, and been approved by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists (TSBEP) will be issued a Trainee Status Letter and will maintain this status for a maximum of one calendar year until he or she passes the Jurisprudence Exam. A trainee must be under the supervision of a school psychologist until licensure is confirmed by TSBEP in writing.

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* Note:

A school psychologist must have a minimum of three years of experience providing psychological services in the public school to supervise an intern or practicum student.

PAY GRADE: AE - 4 - Minimum pro-rated salary - $77,271