Part-Time Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP)

REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree (doctorate preferred) in psychology from an accredited college or university
• Valid Texas license as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
• Spanish-speaking, preferred
• Two (2) years of successful experience in providing psychological services in an educational setting preferred

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

• Perform professional psychological services in assessment, behavior management, and counseling services for students with emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, and/or behavioral problems
• Assess the psychological and psycho-educational needs of students referred to special education services
• Provide guidance to the special education counselor and oversee the behavior programs at each campus

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of procedures for assessing achievement and intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functioning for educational purposes
• 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

Salary: $55.00 hourly

Sheldon ISD will accept applications for this position through November 3, 2024. After this date, applications will continue to be accepted in the event a suitable candidate is not identified. If no viable candidate is selected from the initial applicant pool, applications submitted after November 3rd will be reviewed in five-day intervals until a candidate is recommended for hire.