Potential : LSSP/Diag

Comal Independent School District; New Braunfels (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Comal Independent School District in New Braunfels, Texas seeks a licensed school psychologist (LSSP/Diag) to assess, counsel, and support students with emotional and behavioral needs. The role involves testing, report writing, ARD participation, and collaboration with teachers and families.

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s in psychology, Texas LSSP licensure, and have relevant school-based experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology and Texas LSSP license required.
• Two years of experience providing psychology services in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of assessments for intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning.
• Strong consultation and collaboration with teachers, parents, and students.

Responsibilities

• Select and administer assessments and observations for eligibility and needs.
• Score and interpret test data and develop evaluation reports.
• Participate in ARD/IEP processes for appropriate placement and planning.
• Provide counseling and group/individual sessions with students and staff.

Skills

LSSP license

Psychological testing

Counseling

IEP/ARD

School psychology

Education

Master's degree in psychology

Texas licensure as LSSP

Job description

Potential : LSSP/Diag

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Job Details

• Job ID: 5826553
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

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.

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

• 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 psychosocial development.
• Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Experience / Other Requirements

• Two years of experience providing psychology services in an educational setting.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Assessment

• Select and administer assessments and observations 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 on assigned campuses.

Consultation

• Conduct group and individual counseling sessions 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.
• Responsible for properly maintaining district records, adhering to all policies set forth by the district for records maintenance and learning the records retention schedule for department records.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• 1404 IH 35 North
• New Braunfels, Texas 78130
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]