School Psychologist Intern General Applicant Pool - Upper Rio Grande Valley

About the role

The School Psychologist Intern plays a crucial role in the Special Programs team, collaborating with 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 and provides crisis counseling when necessary.
• 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.
• Adheres to national best practices for evaluating students with autism and emotional disturbance.
• Uses up-to-date evaluation tools and standards set by the American Psychological Association.
• Assists in conducting evaluations for college board accommodations.
• Supports campuses in conducting functional behavioral assessments and behavior intervention plans.
• Guides campuses in implementing problem-solving models for students in different intervention tiers.
• Aids in the completion of functional behavioral assessments and behavior intervention plans.
• 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 those with small children.

Skills

• Knowledge of assessment, prevention, and intervention strategies.
• Strong consultation skills for working with teachers, parents, and students.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Salary: $69,000
• Performance-based compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Disability and life insurance
• Parenthood benefits
• Flexible spending account options
• Generous vacation time
• Referral bonuses
• Professional development opportunities
• 403(b) plan

Pay

$69,000 annually

Schedule

Full-time on-site position in the Upper RGV