Lead School Psychologist - Tarrant County (Immediate Opening)

Lead School Psychologist

Mission:

The Lead School Psychologist (LSSP) will support, coach, and develop high quality LSSPs who serve as the Special Education liaisons on their assigned campuses. The LSSP Regional Lead models optimal multi-disciplinary collaboration by establishing and fostering relationships with Special Education team members, campus leaders, teachers, students, and families to close the achievement gap for our students. The Lead LSSP will create a powerful learning environment for LSSPs and will support them in tracking their progress towards organizational and departmental goals. The Lead LSSP’s ultimate goal will be to lead, invest and retain LSSPs by focusing on IDEA’s vision, mission, core values, and goals to guarantee success as an IDEA Special Education team member.

The School Psychologist (LSSP) reports directly to the Regional Director Special Programs and works in close partnership with campus leaders at the assigned campuses. This role involves some minor travel between campuses.
 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise regional School Psychologists and Educational Diagnosticians

Location:

This is a full-time position located in Tarrant County. Preference will be given to candidates who live in the region, or who are willing to relocate.

Travel Expectations:    

Travel within the Region throughout the year as necessary.

What You’ll Do – Accountabilities

Essential Duties:

·           Monitor/audit compliance processes are being implemented by the LSSPs/Educational Diagnosticians in their region

·           Assist in the identification and selection of the LSSPs/Educational Diagnosticians for their region as an integral member of the interview committee

·           Coach and develop LSSPs/Educational Diagnosticians using the LSSP/Educational Diagnostician rubric

·           Collaborate with Special Program staff to provide high-quality opportunities for professional development based on regional team needs (Special Education, Section 504, Response to Intervention and Critical Student Intervention)

·           Supervise up to 2 LSSP Interns

·           Manage fully licensed LSSPs/Educational Diagnosticians

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

·           Knowledge of procedures for assessing achievement and intellectual, emotional, and behavioral functions for education purposes, including cross-battery evaluation practices

·           Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management interventions

·           Knowledge of psycho-social development

·           Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students

·           Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

·           Additional Duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Skills – Competencies

·           Make Sound Decisions: This leader is responsible for guiding the decision-making process within the team. They foster a collaborative environment where team members contribute to decision-making, ensuring that diverse perspectives are considered and team consensus is built when appropriate.

·           Manage Work and Teams: This leader is responsible for the overall performance and cohesion of their team. They build operating mechanisms, establish strategic plans, and implement project management systems that ensure that their team operates smoothly and achieves its targets.

·           Grow Self and Others: This leader is responsible for fostering a culture of growth within the team. They create opportunities for team learning, facilitate team development sessions, and ensure that team members have the resources and support they need to grow professionally.

·           Build Trust and Psychological Safety: This leader is responsible for ensuring team members feel safe to express their ideas and concerns. They proactively address conflicts and facilitate open communication, setting the standard for trust and safety within the team.

·           Communicate Deliberately: This leader prioritizes open channels of communication on their team. They facilitate team meetings, ensure clear dissemination of information, and encourage feedback loops within their teams to promote understanding and cohesion.

Additional Skills:

Required experience:

·           Master’s degree in psychology from an accredited college or university

·           Valid Texas license as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists

·           Minimum of 3 years as a School Psychologist
 

Physical Requirements:

·           This role requires ability to frequently drive/travel in automobile.

·           The ability to be able to navigate moving through campuses and classrooms to observe

·           The ability to spend long periods of time in front of the computer

What We Offer:

Compensation & Benefits:

Salaries for people entering this role typically fall between $89,600 and $105,300, commensurate with relevant experience and qualifications and in alignment with internal equity. This role is also eligible for performance pay based on organizational performance and goal attainment.

Additionally, we offer medical, dental, and vision plans, disability, life insurance, parenting benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time, referral bonuses, professional development, and a 403(b) plan. You can find more information about our benefits at https://ideapublicschools.org/careers/benefits/.

* IDEA may offer a relocation stipend to defray the cost of moving for this role, if applicable.

Application process:

Submit your application online through Jobvite. Please note that applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Learn more about IDEA

At IDEA the Staff Culture and Belonging Team uses our Core Values to promote human connection and a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging for all Team and Family members.  Learn more about our Commitment to Core Values here: https://ideapublicschools.org/our-story/#core-values