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Lead Licensed Specialist School Psychologist - 2025-2026
Support FBISD SchoolsSugar Land, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Jan 2026
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Lead Licensed Specialist School Psychologist - 2025-2026 - (26000001)
The Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP), Lead will assist in the supervision of LSSPs to ensure compliance with federal and state laws as well as local operating guidelines as they apply to the evaluation and identification of students with disabilities. The incumbent will monitor compliance with regulations as stated in the Individuals with Disabilities Improvement Act (IDEA).
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.
The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.
Description
Job OverviewThe Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP), Lead will assist in the supervision of LSSPs to ensure compliance with federal and state laws as well as local operating guidelines as they apply to the evaluation and identification of students with disabilities. The incumbent will monitor compliance with regulations as stated in the Individuals with Disabilities Improvement Act (IDEA).
Position Description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Oversee and monitor Full Individual Evaluations and other appropriate evaluations conducted by evaluation staff as required by IDEA
- Assist in the planning of professional development for evaluation staff
- Coordinate LSSP interns
- Work in collaboration with the other assessment leads to develop and monitor assessment teams and district procedures
- Provide direct supervision as needed for LSSP licensure
- Provide consultation for recommendations regarding eligibility, services and placement of students with disabilities
- Monitor and assist in budgeting and ordering of materials for assessment staff including changes to evaluation instruments used by district staff in determining eligibility for special education
- Maintain thorough and up to date knowledge of all applicable laws and make recommendations for appropriate changes to departmental operating guidelines/procedures
- Gather and analyze data as needed for local, state and federal programs
- Assist in hiring of LSSPs as well as placement of LSSPs to ensure that all campuses have adequate coverage
- Attend all district meetings as assigned
Qualifications
Qualification RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the above essential duties satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities, required unless otherwise stated as preferred. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essentials functions.
- Master's degree in School Psychology or related field
- Licensure by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists as an LSSP
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as an LSSP in the educational setting
- Exhibits excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work is performed in classrooms, offices, work stations and meeting rooms.
The position requires occasional walking, standing, sitting, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and lifting/carrying work related items weighing less than 40 pounds, such as books, papers and presentation materials. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus. Attendance at conferences and professional development is required. Work involves everyday risks and discomforts which require normal safety precautions when operating equipment or performing job duties. May work prolonged or irregular hours and must be able to maintain emotional control under stress.
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