Primary Purpose:

The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) performs professional psychological and psycho-educational assessment of students referred for possible disabilities with emphasis on approaches to learning tasks, behavioral strategies, and recommendation for academic and functional progress. The LSSP participates in the special education placement and review process and provide supportive services to special education teachers within the framework of the philosophy and goals established by Board policy and in accordance with statutes, standards or regulatory agencies, and administrative guidelines.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Education/Certification:

.Master's degree in psychology from an accredited college or university

.Valid Texas licenses as a licensed specialist in school psychology

Preferred:

.One year experience providing psychological services in a public-school setting

.Diagnostician certification per Texas Education Agency

Special Knowledge and Skills:

.Effective communication and interpersonal skills

.Excellent organizational skills

.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

.Display proficient levels of technology applications

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

ROLE 1:               PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

1. Conducts full and individual evaluation of student referred for special education placement in an efficient and professional manner.
2. Select and administer assessments and observations to evaluate intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functions of referred students
3. Score and interprets test data.
4. Develops psychological evaluation reports and contributes input and/or develops behavior intervention plans.
5. Provides psychological services to identified students within the scope of the LSSP license.
6. Maintains assigned caseload of eligible students and their special education eligibility folders.
7. Compiles, maintains, and files all reports, records, and other documents required, including case records, test results, statistical data, and test inventories.
8. Interprets results of individual assessments to school personnel and parents.
9. Submit claim reporting information as required for School Health and Related Services
10. Adheres to proper channels when communicating about problems, ideas, etc.
11. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Special Education

ROLE 2:               SCHOOL CLIMATE

12. Displays cooperativeness in working with administrators, teachers, and other school personnel.
13. Performs additional school related assignments in a positive and professional manner.
14. Exhibits punctuality and dependability in performing his or her job.
15. Exhibits maturity and emotional control.

ROLE 3:               SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT

16. Assess and respond to needs related to job responsibilities.
17. Participates as an effective team member who contributes to district, department, and content goals.

ROLE 4:               STUDENT MANAGEMENT

18. Schedules and conducts ARD/IEP and program review meetings in accordance with child-centered education proven guidelines.
19. Participates in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee to assist with appropriate placement and development of Individual Education Plans (IEP) for students according to district procedures

ROLE 5:               PROFESSIONAL GROWTH and DEVELOPMENT

20. Participates in staff development and professional growth activities.
21. Adheres to the Professional Ethical Standards in relationship to students, parents, peers, and school personnel.
22. Provides leadership in addressing challenges facing the profession; pursue professional development activities, disseminate ideas and information to other professionals.
23. Provide supervision to LSSP Interns (if qualified)

ROLE 6:               SCHOOL/COMMUNITY RELATIONS

24. Demonstrates the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.
25. Consults with teachers, parents and community agencies concerning intervention strategies for students learning and behavior difficulties

Professionalism

Adheres to ethical and legal standards:

1. Follows ethical standards of the B.E.C. State of Texas “Code of Ethics” and “Standard Practices for Texas Educators”. (Entire copy in Employee Handbook)

• Complies with standard practices and ethical conduct toward students, colleagues, school officials, parents, and community members.
• Maintains the dignity of the professional; respects and obeys the law, demonstrates personal integrity and exemplifies honesty.
• Exemplifies ethical relations with colleagues; extends just and equitable treatment to all members of the profession.

• Measures success by the progress of each student toward realization of his or her potential as an effective citizen.
• Cooperates with parents and others to improve the public schools of the community.

1. Adheres to F.B.I.S.D. “Hornet Points of Pride” professional district standards. (Entire copy in Employee Handbook)

• Utilizes district procedures to resolve concerns.
• Maintains positive working relationships with others by:
• BEING TRUTHFUL…about our District and fellow Employees
• BEING RESPECTFUL…of fellow Employees
• SEEKING SOLUTIONS…for our District and fellow Employees
• BEING FAIR, EQUITABLE AND TOLERANT…of differences among individuals both in our actions for the District and toward our fellow Employees
• SUPPORTING OUR DISTRICT
• GROWING PROFESSIONALLY

Calendar Days: 196