Fort Bend Independent School District
Lead Licensed Specialist School Psychologist - 2025-2026
Fort Bend Independent School District, Sugar Land, Texas, United States, 77479
Job Description - Lead Licensed Specialist School Psychologist 2025-2026 (26000001)
Job Overview 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).
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 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.
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
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions 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.
Primary Location TEXAS-SUGAR LAND
Work Locations TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER 540 DULLES AVENUE SUGAR LAND 77478
Organization DEPARTMENT
Position Calendar : 238JUL
School Year : 2025-2026
Salary Grade : 104
Unposting Date Jan 21, 2026, 5:59:00 AM
Salary Structure To review FBISD's salary structure click here .
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Job Overview 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).
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 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.
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
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions 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.
Primary Location TEXAS-SUGAR LAND
Work Locations TECHNICAL EDUCATION CENTER 540 DULLES AVENUE SUGAR LAND 77478
Organization DEPARTMENT
Position Calendar : 238JUL
School Year : 2025-2026
Salary Grade : 104
Unposting Date Jan 21, 2026, 5:59:00 AM
Salary Structure To review FBISD's salary structure click here .
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