School Psychologist

KIPP Texas Public Schools•Austin, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

KIPP Texas Public Schools is a network of 54 public charter, open-enrollment, pre-k-12 schools educating nearly 32,000 students across Austin, Dallas, Houston, and San Antonio. Our mission is to create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose - college, career, and beyond - so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more fair world. KIPP Texas Public Schools (KTX) Student Support Services (S3) is a multi-disciplinary network of special educators, counselors, social workers, dyslexia specialists, 504 representatives, and clinic coordinators. Our team exists to prevent, respond to, and minimize the barriers to learning that our students experience. KTX is seeking a highly motivated full-time Licensed Specialist In School Psychology (LSSP) to provide diagnostic information on student learning and to work cooperatively with instructional faculty and parents in providing an appropriate educational program for students with disabilities throughout KTX. This position furthers the mission of KIPP Texas as it helps ensure that all students have the tools and the supportive environment they need to learn.

Requirements

Master’s degree in psychology from accredited college or university
At least 1 year of experience as an LSSP or school psychologist
Valid Texas license as a licensed specialist in school psychology granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

Nice To Haves

Bilingualism (English-Spanish)
A minimum of 2 years of successful teaching experience and employment experience
Knowledge of and commitment to the mission of KTX
Knowledge of federal and state Special Education law
Knowledge of best practices for Special Education
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
Independent, self-starter with a strong focus on student development
Dependable, organized, efficient, and creative
Experience collaborating with team members and providing constructive and instructive feedback
Excellent interpersonal skills
Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative
Ability to work both on broad-based strategy and everyday details
Ability to exercise excellent judgment in decision-making
Proven written and verbal communication skills; Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of special needs students and their parents
Strong organizational and planning skills
Possession of a passionate and loving attitude toward all children
Responsiveness; Follow-up and follow-through with students, families, and faculty members is essential
Reliable transportation is needed for travel between campuses

Responsibilities

Utilize knowledge of data-based decision making and accountability, diversity in development and learning, as well as research and program evaluation to assist staff with effective decision-making regarding KIPPster needs.
Utilize appropriate assessment and data collection methods.
Apply evaluation data and findings to intervention, instruction, programming, and services through written reports, intervention plans, and meetings/conferences with parents and/or school staff.
Contribute to school-wide assessment and data-based practices for academic, socio-emotional, and behavioral domains.
Serve as a member of school-level teams (e.g., All Children Will Learn Committee, Response to Intervention team, actively participating in ARDs, etc.).
Assist with the development and/or delivery of staff professional development to support district-wide assessment practices.
Contribute to progress monitoring and data-based decisions regarding intervention practices for academic, social-emotional, and behavioral domains.
Conduct special education evaluations (both formal and informal) to inform eligibility, service, and programming decisions.
Complete evaluations in a timely manner.
Oversee and process initial special education referrals, ensuring all documentation and data are complete and aligned with state and federal regulations.
Monitor and oversee Review of Existing Evaluation Data (REED) processes to ensure compliance with required timelines, quality of review, and alignment with best practices.
Serve as the case manager for evaluations conducted by contracted assessment staff. This includes coordinating logistics, ensuring adherence to district policies and timelines, reviewing completed reports for accuracy and thoroughness, and maintaining clear communication between contractors, campus staff, and families.
Engage in consultation and collaboration with school staff, parents, families, community agencies, and providers.
Exhibit minimum competencies expected in any employment situation (attendance, punctuality, respect, policies & procedures).
Adhere to ethical standards, grow professionally, and participate as an active stakeholder across school environments.
Utilize knowledge of intervention and instructional support, mental health, prevention, and response to assist with the development and delivery of services to KIPPsters to improve learning and outcomes.
Contribute to intervention practices for academic, social-emotional, and behavioral domains.
Contribute to crisis response and intervention practices.
Develop and sustain professional involvement and leadership to ensure the continued learning and effective school psychological services to schools, families, and students.
Seek professional growth and learning opportunities to advance own knowledge and skill.
Seek opportunities to provide professional learning sessions for colleagues and school staff.