Job Description

Job Title: Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP)

Reports to: Superintendent

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

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

· 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 Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

· Two years’ experience providing psychology services in an educational setting

Job Description:

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Assessment:

· Select and administer assessments and observations within timelines 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.

· May serve as case manager and implement the special education assessment process for students as assigned.

Consultation:

· Conduct group, individual, and family counseling sessions and facilitative therapy for students with diagnosed problems.

· Serve as consultant on mental health topics for instructors in the school health program.

· Consult with school staff regarding implementation of behavior intervention plans and in managing behaviorally disruptive students.

· Provide staff development training in assigned schools to assist school personnel with identification and understanding of students with emotional, social, and behavioral disturbances.

· Meet with parents to discuss pertinent background information and test results.

· Consult with teachers and relevant staff concerning the educational needs of students and interpretation of assessment data.

· Consult with psychologists, psychiatrists, medical doctors, and community agencies concerning intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning of students as needed.

Program Management:

· Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.

· May provide clinical supervision to intern or trainee. **

· Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of psychological services and assessment procedures and make changes based on findings.

· Assist in the selection of assessment materials and equipment.

· Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized 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 in the areas of psychological services, assessment, placement, and planning for special education services.

· Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.

· Participate in professional development activities to improve skills related to job assignment.

Communication:

· Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.

· Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.

Professionalism & Communication:

• Demonstrate professionalism by being in regular attendance and arriving on time to work, staff meetings, tutorials, cafeteria duty, parent nights and other assigned duties.

• Complete required training on time.

• Work cooperatively to create an atmosphere of unity among the school community

• Always demonstrate professionalism. I will exercise wisdom by remaining calm, respectful, and non-defensive during parent meetings, disagreements, and personal attacks.

• Regularly communicate to parents about scholar achievement levels, class behavior, assigned homework, academic needs, and any concerns.

• Check staff email a minimum of three times daily during normal working hours and check teacher in-box daily and commit to read updates, notes, and employee notices in a timely manner.

Compensation

Salary is based on years of ex

Company Description

Our School Mission Our mission at Amigos Por Vida Public Charter School is to empower our students to become life-long learners and achieve academic and personal success, by providing an excellent education in a safe environment. Amigos Por Vida, where “Responsible, Respectful, Ready!” is the backbone of our learning approach!