JOB TITLE: SPED AEPT - LSSP DW
DUTY DAYS: 225
PAY GRADE: A01
SALARY SCHEDULE: Click for Salary Schedule
Primary Purpose:
The person in this position assists the schools in the development of appropriate
educational programs for students by conducting full individual evaluations, providing
direct counseling, consultative psychological services, and participating in ARD
meetings for students.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
- Certification by the Texas State Board of Examiners for Psychologists as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology
- At least one year experience or internship in a school setting, preferred
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Experience:
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
1. Conduct Full Individual Evaluations as part of the multi-disciplinary evaluation team
to identify students who may be eligible for special education services
2. Provide consultations regarding results of evaluation or other questions of a
psychological nature to school personnel and parents
3. Provide counseling to students as recommended by an ARD
4. Conduct and/or participate in ARD meetings, in order to provide psychological
or psycho-educational information
5. Assist in the intervention process for students
6. Link parents with services within the community, such as parenting classes and long-interm psychological
services
7. Provide short-term services for students such as crisis counseling, suicide
prevention, and behavior consultation
8. Conduct training and staff development for school personnel, psychology and
counseling interns, and volunteers
9. Participate in staff, professional and interagency meetings, as required
10. Consult with district personnel on problem issues and crisis management as they
relate to students
11. Other duties as assigned
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Mental Demands:
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal); maintain emotional control under stress;
interpret policy, procedures, and data; coordinate district functions
Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Frequent prolonged and irregular hours; Repetitive hand motions; prolonged use of computer; steady phone interactions; moderate standing, walking, and bending; occasional district-wide travel |