Adelphi is seeking highly qualified and credentialed Bilingual Licensed Specialists in School Psychology (LSSPs) to provide psychoeducational evaluations, counseling, and behavioral consultation for bilingual students in school settings. The ideal candidate is fluent in English and Spanish and possesses deep knowledge of bilingual assessment practices, cultural competency, and IEP-driven services for diverse student populations.
Job Quick Facts:
• Reference #: BD-1042-06
• Profession: Allied Health
• Specialty: Bilingual Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP)
• Location: Houston, Texas
• Facility Type: School
• Coverage type: On-Site
• Job Type: Contract
• Schedule: Full-time, 7.5 hours/day during the academic year (per school calendar)
• Start Date: 09/01/2025 (tentative)
Requirements:
• Master’s or Specialist-level degree in School Psychology from an accredited program.
• Active Texas licensure as a Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP).
• Fluency in both English and Spanish (oral and written).
• Expertise in bilingual psychoeducational assessment and interpretation.
• Familiarity with cultural, linguistic, and educational considerations for English Language Learners (ELLs).
• Experience in conducting Full and Individual Evaluations (FIEs) for multilingual learners.
• Understanding of IDEA, Section 504, and IEP/ARD processes.
• Experience in Texas school settings preferred.
Responsibilities:
• Conduct culturally and linguistically appropriate evaluations for bilingual (English/Spanish) students to determine eligibility for special education and related services.
• Utilize standardized and non-standardized tools designed for or appropriate to bilingual populations.
• Prepare comprehensive psychoeducational reports that clearly separate language difference from disability.
• Provide bilingual counseling and mental health services as specified in IEPs.
• Participate in ARD and Section 504 meetings, interpreting results for families and staff in English and Spanish.
• Support development and implementation of individualized behavioral intervention plans (BIPs) and functional behavior assessments (FBAs).
• Serve as a resource on bilingual and bicultural mental health concerns within the school setting.
• Maintain timely documentation in accordance with local, state, and federal standards.
• Collaborate with educators, intervention teams, and families to ensure culturally relevant support strategies are in place.
• Perform other related duties within the scope of school psychology practice as assigned.
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