Licensed Specialist in School Psychology
WORKING TITLE: Licensed Specialist in School Psychology
STATE CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Contract Staff
DEPARTMENT: Comprehensive Programs
POSTING #: 25-042
TWC JOB ORDER: 16864515
MONTHLY SALARY: Based on AISD pay scale using education and years of experience
SHIFT: Monday-Thursday, 7:45am-4:00pm; Friday 7:45am-2:45pm
OPENING DATE: 04/17/2025
CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
CLASSIFICATION / GROUP #: T021 / N/A
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Participates in training in foundations of visual impairment as well as evaluation techniques specific to students with visual and multiple impairments
- Works closely with assigned mentor to learn best practices for assessing students with visual and multiple impairments
- Compiles re-evaluation information for student Full and Individual Evaluations using methods and adaptations needed for students with vision loss and severe impairments
- Conducts evaluations relating to educational achievement, intellectual functioning, and adaptive behavior
- Writes reports of evaluation results and interpretations
- Consults with instructional staff regarding test interpretations and recommended teaching strategies
- Communicates evaluation results in jargon-free manner to parents
- Participates in IEP Planning Meetings, IEP Committee Meetings, and other team meetings as assigned; leads discussions on evaluation at these meetings
- Conducts training regarding evaluation, disability conditions or other areas
- Demonstrates knowledge of and remains current in state and federal laws, policies and procedures regarding evaluation; continues professional growth and development
- Serves as a member of the school’s crisis team and occasionally may be asked to respond to a student in crisis at night or on weekends
- Collaborates with team members to implement positive behavior interventions and supports including completion of functional behavior assessments and developing behavior intervention plans; assists with related training of staff
- Provides consultation to team members and parents regarding emotional issues
- Coordinates communication and consultation with school nurses, psychiatrists, parents, administrators and staff members regarding psychiatric recommendations and psychotropic medications management
- May provide counseling to students as assigned in accordance with students’ Individualized Education Programs
- May provide time-limited group counseling sessions on selected social skills topics
- Attends work regularly in accordance with TSBVI leave policy
- Complies with all applicable security and safety rules, regulations and standards
- Performs related work as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in psychology with Licensed Specialist in School Psychology credential from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists [Applicant selected for hire will be required to submit a copy of all college or university transcripts]
- Skill in working well as a team member and with diverse groups of students, parents and staff members in direct service delivery and consultation
- Must be available during the evening or weekend for emergency interventions on an infrequent basis
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience assessing students with visual and multiple impairments in a public school setting
- Experience with data-based decision-making in the development and implementation of Behavior Intervention Plans
- Experience consulting with psychiatrists, parents and staff members for students with severe behaviors
- Familiarity with IDEA and Texas regulations and rules governing assessment of students in special education
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