School Psychologist - Special Education (2026-2027)
Company: Prosper ISD
Location: Prosper
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Minimum Salary: $69,240/Days: 195 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. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Master’s degree
in psychology from accredited college or university Valid Texas
license as a licensed specialist in school psychology (LSSP)
granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
Special Knowledge/Skills: 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 Excellent organizational,
communication, and interpersonal skills Experience: One year
experience providing psychology services in an educational setting
Major Responsibilities and Duties: Assessment 1. 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. 2. Develop
psychological evaluation reports and behavior management plans. 3.
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. 4. May serve as case manager and
implement the special education assessment process for students on
assigned campuses. 5. Score and interpret data. Consultation 6.
Meet with parents to discuss pertinent background information and
test results. Conduct group, individual, and family counseling
sessions and facilitative therapy for students with diagnosed
problems. 7. 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. 8. Consult with psychologists, psychiatrists,
medical doctors, and community agencies concerning intellectual,
emotional, and behavioral functioning of students as needed. 9.
Present staff development training in assigned schools to enable
school personnel to identify and work more effectively with
students with emotional, social, and behavioral disturbances.
Program Management 10. Develop and coordinate a continuing
evaluation of psychological services and assessment procedures and
make changes based on findings. 11. Participate in the selection of
assessment materials and equipment. 12. Compile, maintain, and file
all reports, records, and other documents required, including case
records, test results, statistical data, and test inventories. 13.
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. 14. May provide
clinical supervision to intern or trainee. Supervisory
Responsibilities: None. 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: Exposure to
biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases; may
require district-wide travel Mental Demands: Work with frequent
interruptions; maintain emotional control under pressure
Keywords: Prosper ISD, Rowlett , School Psychologist - Special Education (2026-2027), Education / Teaching , Prosper, Texas
