Lead School Psychologist - Permian Basin (26-27)

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Monitor/audit compliance processes are being implemented by the LSSPs/Educational Diagnosticians in their region
• Absorb the identification and selection of the LSSPs/Educational Diagnosticians for their region as an integral member of the interview committee
• Coach and develop LSSPs/Educational Diagnosticians using the LSSP/Educational Diagnostician rubric
• Collaborate with Special Program staff to provide high-quality opportunities for professional development based on regional team needs (Special Education, Section 504, Response to Intervention and Critical Student Intervention)
• Supervise up to 2 LSSP Interns
• Manage fully licensed LSSPs/Educational Diagnosticians

Essential Duties

• Monitor/audit compliance processes are being implemented by the LSSPs/Educational Diagnosticians in their region
• Absorb the identification and selection of the LSSPs/Educational Diagnosticians for their region as an integral member of the interview committee
• Coach and develop LSSPs/Educational Diagnosticians using the LSSP/Educational Diagnostician rubric
• Collaborate with Special Program staff to provide high-quality opportunities for professional development based on regional team needs (Special Education, Section 504, Response to Intervention and Critical Student Intervention)
• Supervise up to 2 LSSP Interns
• Manage fully licensed LSSPs/Educational Diagnosticians

Knowledge and Skills

• Make Sound Decisions: Guide the decision-making process within the team, fostering a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are considered.
• Manage Work and Teams: Build operating mechanisms, establish strategic plans, and implement project management systems to ensure smooth team operation and achievement of targets.
• Grow Self and Others: Create opportunities for team learning, facilitate development sessions, and ensure team members have the resources and support needed for professional growth.
• Build Trust and Psychological Safety: Ensure team members feel safe to express ideas and concerns, addressing conflicts and facilitating open communication to set the standard for trust and safety.
• Communicate Deliberately: Prioritize open channels of communication, facilitate team meetings, disseminate information clearly, and encourage feedback loops to promote understanding and cohesion.

Knowledge and Skills - Competencies

• Make Sound Decisions: Guide the decision-making process within the team, fostering a collaborative environment where diverse perspectives are considered.
• Manage Work and Teams: Build operating mechanisms, establish strategic plans, and implement project management systems to ensure smooth team operation and achievement of targets.
• Grow Self and Others: Create opportunities for team learning, facilitate development sessions, and ensure team members have the resources and support needed for professional growth.
• Build Trust and Psychological Safety: Ensure team members feel safe to express ideas and concerns, addressing conflicts and facilitating open communication to set the standard for trust and safety.
• Communicate Deliberately: Prioritize open channels of communication, facilitate team meetings, disseminate information clearly, and encourage feedback loops to promote understanding and cohesion.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent driving/travel in automobile
• Navigate moving through campuses and classrooms to observe
• Spend long periods of time in front of the computer

What We Offer

• Compensation & Benefits: Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $94,700 and $111,300, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity.
• Performance Pay: Eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan.
• Relocation Stipend: May offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

Application Process

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.