School Psychologist Intern @ Special Education Department; anticipated

School Psychologist Intern @ Special Education Department (anticipated)

Alief Independent School District SPECIAL EDUCATION - Houston, Texas Open in Google Maps

Job : 5518472

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Jan 30, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 12, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $48,741 to $66,306 Per Year

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Salary range to be determined

: Salary for this position ranged from $48,741 to $66,306 depending on experience)

School Psychologist Intern @ Special Education Department (anticipated)

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To assist Alief ISD schools in the referral, coordination, and monitoring process for students referred to special education and/or to assist Alief ISD schools in the development of appropriate educational programs for students.

• Master’s degree - Must have completed required university hours for the completion of a Master’s degree in School Psychology minus the requirement for internship in a school setting.

• Knowledge of federal and state special education rules and regulations including special education disability categories and impact educationally
• Knowledge of specially designed instruction & cross-battery evaluation practices
• Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies in learning
• Ability to coordinate, manage and collaborate with staff in accordance with duties
• Effective communication, human relations and leadership skills
• Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficient in use of digital tools including Google Suite, Microsoft 365 ARD/IEP Software and Learning Platform Management Systems

• Successful completion of all Master’s degree coursework minus the requirement for internship in a school setting

• Selects and administers appropriate test instruments and analyzes test results of emotional/behavioral factors.
• Participates on campus Intervention Assistance Teams (IAT) and Response to Intervention (RtI) team; provides behavioral consultations and strategies to professional staff.
• Assists in the development of psychological and behavioral interventions for students; assists in the implementation and monitoring of behavioral support plans.
• Presents evaluation results and interprets data for Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee, including parents.
• Designs and implements appropriate counseling services to support educational progress of identified students.

Under the supervision of a district appointed Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP), the LSSP intern will:

• Conduct Full Individual Evaluation assessments for students referred to special education (initiate, coordinate, collaborate, monitor progress on and complete evaluations within appropriate timelines).
• Review all Existing Evaluation Data to make appropriate determinations for the need for additional assessment.
• Review assessment results received from other school districts/outside sources to assure that all requirements/Texas Education Agency criteria are met.
• Adhere to mandatory timelines and compliance for program management.
• Assist with and/or conduct parent conferences for the purpose of reviewing and interpreting assessment results in a timely and appropriate manner to ensure parent meaningful participation in the ARD process.
• Provide teacher/staff consultation related to assessment results and educational planning of students evaluated.
• Participate in Case Review Committees as prescribed.
• Administer and interpret intelligence and achievement measures and conduct full individual evaluations for educational purposes.
• Assist in the preparation of appropriate individual educational plans (IEPs) for students in special education.
• Attend and participate in district department and professional development meetings.
• Complete Functional Behavioral Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plans as part of psychosocial evaluations.
• Know psycho-social development.

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
• Maintain an appropriate level of technology…