School Psychology Intern - Upper Rio Grande Valley GP (26-27)

About the role

The School Psychologist Intern is a key member of the Special Programs team, partnering with regional instructional leaders, campus leaders, and teachers to maximize student outcomes. The intern supports special education teachers in developing IEP goals, ensures compliance with ARD processes, conducts evaluations, provides behavioral interventions and counseling, and works toward certification under the supervision of a designated mentor. This full-time on-site role is located in the Upper RGV, with preference for local candidates or those willing to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Support special education teachers in developing appropriate IEP academic, behavioral, and social goals.
• Ensure IEP services are provided as indicated in the ARD.
• Meet 100% compliance in Annual ARDs and submit paperwork timely.
• Collaborate with Speech Language Pathologists, Occupational Therapists, and other instructional service personnel to complete ARD paperwork.
• Maintain records and services following correct procedures.
• Track all counseling services and complete counseling service notes per session.
• Receive training in Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI) and conduct crisis counseling when necessary.
• Guide campus interventions for students in emotional and behavioral crisis.
• Establish and execute Critical Student Instruction groups with fidelity.
• Support 504 campus coordinator with meeting requirements, eligibility determination, Homebound services, and Manifestation Determination.
• Conduct dyslexia evaluations for 504 students