School Psychologist Intern General Applicant Pool - Austin

About the role

This is a full-time on-site School Psychologist Intern position located in Austin. Preference will be given to candidates who live in the region or are willing to relocate. The role involves some minor travel between campuses and is supervised to complete all requirements for School Psychologist certification.

Role Mission

The School Psychologist Intern partners with regional instructional leaders, campus leaders, and teachers to maximize student outcomes. Responsibilities include assessment, determining Special Education eligibility, providing academic and behavioral interventions, ensuring compliance with state and federal Special Education legal frameworks, and supporting a portfolio of 1–2 campuses. The Intern provides direct behavioral supports, tracks student progress toward IEP goals, and collaborates with related service providers. The Intern reports to the regional Lead School Psychologist and works under the supervision of a designated School Psychologist mentor.

Responsibilities

• Support special education teachers in developing appropriate IEP academic, behavioral, and social goals.
• Ensure IEP services are provided as indicated in the ARD and meet 100% compliance in Annual ARDs with timely paperwork submission.
• Work with Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and other related and instructional service personnel to complete ARD paperwork in a timely manner.
• Follow correct procedures for maintaining records and services; ensure all counseling services are tracked and service notes are completed per session.
• Be trained in Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI); conduct crisis counseling when necessary and guide campuses in interventions for students in emotional and behavioral crisis.
• Establish and execute Critical Student Instruction groups with fidelity at campuses.
• Provide support to the 504 campus coordinator with 504 meeting requirements, eligibility determination, Homebound services, and Manifestation Determination.
• Conduct dyslexia evaluations for 504 students.
• Guide campuses in tracking and documenting academic and behavioral interventions in TIER I, TIER II, and TIER III.
• Conduct full and individual evaluations for all non-speech students referred for one or more eligibility categories.
• Ensure psychological evaluations for Autism and Emotional Disturbance align with NASP best practices and adhere to updated evaluation tools and APA Testing Standards.
• Conduct evaluations for student College Board accommodations as needed.
• Help campuses conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments and ensure problem-solving models are employed for students in TIER II and TIER III.
• Aid campuses in completing Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans within Response to Intervention.
• Provide guidance on academic and behavioral interventions in TIER II and TIER III and ensure students referred to Special Education have participated in TIER II and TIER III interventions for an appropriate duration prior to evaluation.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of procedures for assessing achievement and intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functions for educational purposes, including cross-battery evaluation practices.
• Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions.
• Knowledge of psycho-social development.
• Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple requests, deadlines, and priorities.

Required Experience

• Enrollment in a valid university internship program for Licensed Specialist in School Psychology with a letter from the university stating approval for internship.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods without leaving the work area.
• Ability to climb ladders or scaffolding or work in overhead areas.
• Ability to work in confined spaces or crawl or move about on hands and knees.
• Ability to lift and carry or otherwise move 20 pounds regularly/occasionally.
• Physical ability to work around small children, including sitting, standing, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry small children up to 40 pounds in case of emergency.
• Ability to work in indoor and outdoor environments, including in times of excessive heat or cold.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Parenting benefits and flexible spending account options.
• Generous vacation time.
• Referral bonuses.
• Professional development opportunities.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Relocation stipend may be available, if applicable.

Pay

Salary for this position is $77,000. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.