Licensed School Psychologist

Licensed Specialist in School Psychologist (LSSP)

Position Type:
Student Support Services / Psychologist

Date Posted:
August 18, 2025

Location:
District-Wide

Date Available:
2025–2026 School Year

Primary Purpose:

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. Support the district’s behavior classrooms.

Qualifications:

Education / Certification:

Master’s degree in psychology from an accredited college or university

Valid Texas license as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) or licensed psychologist granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists*

Special Knowledge / Skills:

Knowledge of procedures for assessing emotional, social, and behavioral functioning for educational purposes

Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions

Knowledge of psycho-social development

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Five years’ experience providing psychology services in an educational setting

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Assessment:

Select and administer assessments and observations to evaluate emotional, social, and behavioral functioning of referred students; determine eligibility for special education services according to federal and state regulations

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 (IEPs)

Consultation:

Meet with parents to discuss background information and test results

Consult with teachers and relevant staff regarding educational needs of students, assessment data interpretation, and implementation of behavior intervention plans

Collaborate with psychologists, psychiatrists, medical doctors, and community agencies regarding student functioning as needed

Provide district-wide staff development training to help school personnel work effectively with students with emotional, social, and behavioral challenges

Program Management:

Develop and coordinate ongoing evaluation of psychological services and assessment procedures; implement improvements based on findings

Participate in selection of assessment materials and equipment

Compile, maintain, and file reports, SHARS, case records, test results, statistical data, and test inventories

Comply with federal, state, and local policies, as well as district and campus regulations

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands / Physical Demands / Environmental Factors:

Tools / Equipment Used:

Standard office equipment, including computer and peripherals

Posture & Motion:

Frequent sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, twisting

Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension

Lifting / Physical Restraint:

Controlling behavior through physical restraint

Environment:

District-wide travel

Mental Demands:

Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure

*Note: Only individuals who meet Title 22 Texas Administrative Code §465.6 requirements may refer to themselves as School Psychologists. The correct title for the Licensed Specialist in School Psychology is LSSP.