Licensed Specialist in School Psychology-Bilingual

Education/Certification

• Master’s degree in psychology from accredited college or university
• Valid Texas license as a licensed specialist in school psychology granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

• Knowledge of procedures for assessing achievement and intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning for educational purposes
• Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions
• Knowledge of psycho-social development
• Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students

Perform professional psychological work in assessment, behavior management, and counseling for students with disabilities as deferred by state and deferral special education regulations. Assess the psychological and psycho-educational needs of students referred to special education services.

• Select and administer assessments and observations to evaluate the intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of referred students and to determine student eligibility for special education services according to federal and state regulations
• Score and interpret test data
• Develop psychological evaluation reports and behavior management plans
• Conduct or participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with appropriate placement and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Two years experience providing psychology services in an educational setting