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Job Title: Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP)
Exemption Status/ Test: Exempt/ Professional
Reports to: Director of Special Programs
Department/ School: Special Programs
Minimum Salary: $63,795
Annual Work Calendar Days: 197 Days
Primary Purpose:
Perform professional psychological work in assessment, behavior management, and counseling for students with emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, and behavioral problems. Assess the psychological and psycho-educational needs of students referred to special education services.
Benefits:
Complete Employee Medical Coverage
Employee & Dependent Coverage starting at $334/ month
Optional Add-On Benefits such as Dental, Vision, and Disability
Leave Benefits, personal leave and sick leave days
Paid $15,000 Life Insurance Policy
TRS Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master’s degree in psychology from accredited college or university
Valid Texas license as a licensed specialist in school psychology (LSSP) granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists*
Special Knowledge/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
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
One year experience providing psychology services in an educational setting
