School Psychologist Intern General Applicant Pool - Tarrant County

About the role

The School Psychologist Intern plays a crucial role in the Special Programs team, collaborating with regional instructional leaders, campus leaders, and teachers to enhance student outcomes. They are responsible for demonstrating expertise in assessment, determining Special Education eligibility, providing academic and behavioral interventions, adhering to legal frameworks, and ensuring compliance with all aspects of Special Education.

Responsibilities

• Supports special education teachers in developing appropriate IEP academic, behavioral, and social goals.
• Ensures IEP services are provided as outlined in ARD meetings.
• Works collaboratively with speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, and other related service personnel to complete ARD paperwork.
• Maintains accurate records and services according to state and federal guidelines.
• Tracks and documents counseling services.
• Trains in Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) and provides crisis counseling as needed.
• Guides campuses in interventions for students experiencing emotional and behavioral crises.
• Supports 504 campus coordinators with 504 meeting requirements, eligibility determinations, homebound services, and manifestation determinations.
• Conducts dyslexia evaluations for 504 students.
• Guides campuses in tracking and documenting academic and behavioral interventions across different tiers.
• Conducts full and individual evaluations for non-Speech only students who are referred for one or more eligibility categories.
• Ensures psychological evaluations for Autism and Emotional Disturbance are conducted in line with best practices.
• Adheres to the latest evaluation tools and standards set by the American Psychological Association.
• Assists in conducting functional behavioral assessments and behavior intervention plans in response to intervention.
• Provides guidance on academic and behavioral interventions in tiers II and III.
• Ensures students referred to Special Education have completed appropriate interventions before being evaluated.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a valid university internship program for Licensed Specialist in School Psychology.
• Must be able to sit for extended periods, climb ladders or scaffolding, work in confined spaces, and lift up to 20 pounds.
• Must be able to work in various environments, including indoor and outdoor settings, and handle emergencies involving small children.

Skills

• Knowledge of assessment and intervention strategies for educational purposes.
• Experience with prevention and intervention techniques, including behavior management.
• Strong consultation skills for working with teachers, parents, and students.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal abilities.

Benefits

• Salary: $73,000
• Performance-based compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Disability and life insurance
• Parenting benefits
• Flexible spending account options
• Generous vacation time
• Referral bonuses
• Professional development opportunities
• 403(b) plan

Pay

$73,000 annually

Schedule

Full-time on-site position in Tarrant County, Texas.