2026-2027 School Psychologist

McAllen Independent School District•McAllen, TX

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this role is to enhance the knowledge and skills of district staff in implementing a student-learning framework focused on rigorous instruction, emotional intelligence, and competitive job skills for students with disabilities. The position also involves providing expertise in assessment and programming for children and youth with serious behavioral disorders, and promoting positive working relationships through open communication and productive work environments.

Requirements

Bachelor Degree in Psychology or related field, required
Master Degree in School Psychology, required
Licensed Specialist in School Psychology as required by the Texas State Board Examiners, required
Minimum of two (2) years of supervised professional experience in a school setting after degree, preferred
Three (3) years of teaching experience, preferred
Communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Understand needs of and programs for students with disabilities
Utilize interpersonal skills
Plan, organize and coordinate districtwide services
Able to administer and interpret assessments in English/Spanish, preferred

Nice To Haves

Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA)
Able to administer and interpret assessments in English/Spanish

Responsibilities

Interprets student performance and assessment data for school personnel, parents, and outside agencies.
Demonstrates knowledge of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Response to Intervention (RtI) processes; analyzes student data to assist with intervention planning and progress monitoring.
Provides academic, behavioral, and social-emotional recommendations based on student data and observations.
Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal guidelines related to general education intervention and support timelines.
Assists in disseminating information and training related to MTSS, RtI, and general education intervention practices.
Provides training and support for data collection and intervention documentation systems.
Becomes a trainer-of-trainers CPI (crisis prevention intervention) instructor to support campus teams on proper techniques when working with students.
Displays knowledge of student support procedures, confidentiality, and parent rights related to general education services.
Provides direct psychological and behavioral support services to students and maintains appropriate documentation, when necessary.
Serves as a liaison between campuses, families, and district support services to facilitate student access to appropriate interventions and resources.
Maintains and submits data and required reports according to district timelines and procedures.
Conducts behavioral and social-emotional assessments to inform general education interventions and supports.
Provides consultation and recommendations related to classroom behavior management and positive behavioral supports.
Builds campus capacity by training leadership and staff on behavior techniques, Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) within the general education framework.
Supports campuses in implementing and sustaining MTSS systems through data analysis, intervention planning, and staff coaching.
Demonstrates professional growth by attending meetings, workshops, and conferences relevant to student support and mental health.
Shares expertise and resources with campus staff and the community through written materials, training sessions, and collaborative partnerships.
Actively participates in MTSS meetings, parent conferences, and other campus or district planning meetings.
Assists school personnel and parents in planning and implementing student support plans within the general education setting.
Provides individual and/or group counseling services to support students’ academic and social-emotional development, when necessary.
Promotes proactive student success strategies through prevention and early intervention efforts at the classroom and campus levels.
Follows McAllen ISD customer service standards.
Performs other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.