School Psychologist, Bilingual

Bastrop Independent School District Special Programs and Services - Bastrop, Texas Open in Google Maps

Bastrop Independent School District Special Programs and Services - Bastrop, Texas Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Bastrop ISD

Job : 5562894

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 02, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title:

School Psychologist, Bilingual

Evaluation Type:
Professional

Department:
Special Programs & Services

Pay Grade:
A3

FLSA:
Exempt

Date Revised:
March 2026

Supervisor:
School Psychologist

BASIC FUNCTION & RESPONSIBILITY: This position is responsible for the evaluation and interpretation of results and participation in eligibility decisions, for students with disabilities or suspected disabilities, as part of the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARDC) committee. Applicant is also responsible for helping ensure that school personnel and parents comply with applicable regulations relative to the evaluation and eligibility for special education.

Applicant must be knowledgeable of a variety of evaluation instruments for educational programming of eligible students who have been identified as requiring Special Education services. Applicant may also have supervisory responsibilities for evaluations and reports of Interns.

Education/Certification:

• Master’s degree in educational assessment from an accredited college or university.
• Current licensure as a School Psychologist from the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
• Knowledge of diagnostic procedures, education of students receiving Special Education services, human development, and learning theories.
• Fluent in spoken English and Spanish and demonstrate oral and written proficiency in English and Spanish.
• Fluency in Spanish and bilingual-certified or proficient is required.

Special Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of and the ability to apply psychological, behavioral, and learning theories, and knowledge of test construction and statistical theory and application.
• Knowledge of and interpret State, Local, and Federal regulations affecting the identification and services of students with disabilities.
• Ability to administer and interpret a variety of evaluation instruments, and make recommendations for intervention.
• Ability to apply psychological, behavioral, and intellectual data for planning educational programs for eligible students.
• Ability to communicate clearly with parents, teachers, and other school staff regarding both individual evaluations and general information.
• Able to evaluate students to determine Emotional Disturbance and Autism eligibility.

Experience:

• Two (2) years of experience providing psychology services in an educational setting preferred.

The essential functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the characteristic duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and abilities noted herein; however, this is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions found in this job description.

• Evaluate students to determine Special Education eligibility (e.g., administer individual intelligence, achievement, adaptive behavior, and behavioral/emotional tests).
• Fully comply with all federal and state special education timelines and regulations, as well as consistently meet or exceed all district productivity standards for completion of evaluations and/or services, IEP management, and documentation of services as based on BISD’s Operating Procedures, BISD’s Evaluation Procedures, and job-specific roles and responsibilities.
• Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary evaluation team to ensure the completion of high-quality evaluations within required timelines and in alignment with the District’s operating procedures.
• Use evidence-based tools and strategies to evaluate and/or serve students that respect diverse cultural backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, language, disability, and socioeconomic status.
• Promote inclusive opportunities and…