2025-2026 School Psychologist- Lead @ Central Special Education

Alief ISD; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated School Psychologist to lead initiatives in special education. This role involves providing guidance and mentorship to campus psychologists, ensuring compliance with educational standards, and supporting students' social and emotional well-being. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact by coordinating assessments and interventions, while also fostering a collaborative environment among staff. If you are passionate about enhancing the educational experience for students with disabilities, this is the perfect opportunity for you to shine.

Benefits

$4,000 stipend

$500 Masters stipend

$4,500 Bilingual stipend

Qualifications

• Three years of experience as a School Psychologist in public education.
• Valid Texas license and Master's in psychology required.

Responsibilities

• Support and mentor campus School Psychologists in assessments.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal guidelines for special education.

Skills

Knowledge of federal and state special education rules

Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies

Effective communication skills

Ability to manage and collaborate with staff

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

Master’s degree in psychology

Valid Texas license as a licensed specialist in school psychology

Tools

Google Suite

Microsoft 365

ARD/IEP Software

Learning Platform Management Systems

Job description

2025-2026 School Psychologist- Lead @ Central Special Education

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Primary Purpose:

To assist Alief ISD schools in in providing consistent procedures and standards in the referral, coordination, disability identification process for students referred to special education, and to support the social, emotional, and academic well-being of students with disabilities, and to assist Alief ISD schools in maintaining compliance with legal and regulatory requirements of both state and federal guidelines.

Education/Certification:

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

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of federal and state special education rules and regulations including procedures for assessing and interpreting achievement, intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning for educational purposes
• Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies related to academic, behavioral or emotional challenges
• Knowledge of behavioral mental health, collaborative and/or consultation models and methods and their application
• Ability to coordinate, manage and collaborate with staff in accordance with duties
• Effective communication, human relations, and leadership skills
• Proficient in use of digital tools including Google Suite, Microsoft 365 ARD/IEP Software and Learning Platform Management Systems
• Bilingual preferred

Experience:

• Three (3) years’ experience providing psychological services as an LSSP/School Psychologist in a public educational setting

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Program Management

• Ensure campus School Psychologists follow consistent procedures and standards in assessments and intervention recommendations.
• Offer ongoing support and mentorship to campus-assigned School Psychologists, helping them navigate complex cases.
• Ensure high standards of evaluation practice by organizing and delivering trainings to enhance the skills and knowledge of campus-assigned School Psychologists including but not limited to: assessment processes, report writing, MDRs, FBA/BIPs and other areas as needed.
• Consult with school staff regarding implementation of behavior intervention plans and in managing behaviorally disruptive students.
• Review and monitor evaluations to ensure accuracy and effectiveness in assessment results and recommendations through constructive feedback in Case Review Committee meetings.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between campus assessment team members and other stakeholders, such as campus teachers, administrators, and parents to pro0mote a multi-disciplinary team approach.
• Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for meeting all state and federal guidelines and local operating procedures.
• Conduct professional performance evaluations for select campus School Psychologists and provide constructive feedback and identify a plan of action for areas of professional growth and development.
• Subsume campus School Psychologist responsibilities, as needed due to vacancy or extended absence, to ensure continuity of services and support for students with identified disabilities or students in the special education referral process. As needed duties to include the following:
  • Manage campus special education caseloads (coordinate meetings and manage processes for students referred to special education, students requiring a 3-year re-evaluation, and students in need of additional formal assessment).
  • Conduct Full Individual Evaluation assessments for students referred to special education and students requiring reassessment (initiate, coordinate, collaborate, monitor progress on and complete evaluations within appropriate timelines).
  • Review all Existing Evaluation Data to make appropriate determinations for the need for additional assessment.
  • Review assessment results received from other school district/outside sources to assure that all local, state, and federal requirements criteria are met.
  • Adhere to mandatory timelines and compliance for program management.Assist with and/or conduct parent conferences for the purpose of reviewing and interpreting assessment results in a timely and appropriate manner to ensure parent meaningful participation in the ARD process
  • Provide teacher/staff consultation related to assessment results and educational planning of students evaluated.
  • Participate in Case Review Committee meetings and follow-up on actionable items.
  • Assist in the preparation of appropriate individual educational plans (IEPs) for students in special education.
  • Attend and participate in professional development meetings.
  • Update skills as needed and directed.
  • Prepare, facilitate and lead ARD Committee meetings, REED Meetings, or other meetings which involve special education assessment related needs of children.
  • Know prevention and intervention strategies in learning.

Other

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology competence to meet the current and future needs of Alief.
• Implement alternative methods of instruction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

You may be asked to provide mentorship and/or supervision to campus-assigned School Psychologists, interns, trainees, and Mental Health Specialists.

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Licensed Specialists in School Psychology Personnel.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used : Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Standing, prolonged sitting, occasional kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching; may also require climbing stairs and reaching over head

Lifting: Moderate lifting and carrying (up to 15 pounds); May require occasional heavy lifting and carrying (15-45 pounds)

Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district wide travel; all campuses are temperature controlled with hard surface floors

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The full job description for this position is included within this job posting. By applying for this position, you are accepting the responsibilities and duties of this position as they are listed in the job description.

Hiring administrators review applications, interview, and recommend for hire.

Calendar Days: 205

Pay Grade: P04

2024-2025 Salary Range Min. $66,795 Mid. $79,769 Max. $92,742 (Based on previous experience)

2025-2026 Salary schedule with 3% of midpoint increase approved by the Board. Salary schedule soon to be released.

$4,000 stipend $500 Masters. If applicable $4,500 Bilingual stipend

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