School Psychologist Intern Pool - 2026-27 School Year

Denton Independent School District•Denton, TX

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Provides a range of services on a school campus under the supervision of a qualified licensed professional. Serves as a member of the multi-disciplinary team for the campus/campuses to which they are assigned. Performs professional psychological services in evaluation, behavior intervention, consultation, and counseling for students with disabilities. Evaluates the psychological and psycho-educational needs of students referred for special education services or receiving special education services. Provides consultation to teachers, parents, and support personnel and to outside agencies. Acts as a source to ensure district compliance with all legal issues.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and near completion of a master’s degree or specialist degree in school psychology
Enrolled in a regionally accredited institution of higher learning and a formal course of supervised study that allows for participation in a year long, 1200+ hour internship experience
Completion of coursework and practicum experience that allows for the provision of psychological services in the school setting with supervision of a licensed professional
Basic knowledge and coursework in the areas of emotional/behavioral conditions and interventions associated with, but not limited to, Emotional Disturbance/Autism Spectrum Disorders/Attention Deficit Disorders
Basic knowledge and coursework in the areas of assessment and instruments used to complete assessments to determine needs of students relative to various disabilities
Basic knowledge and coursework in the areas of intervention, behavior management, and consultation strategies for students within the RTI process or receiving special education services
Basic knowledge of federal law, state guidelines and local district policies
Ability to work collaboratively with a team
Advanced organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Practicum experience in the school setting preferred; however, counseling, assessment, and consultation experiences in other settings acceptable
Practicum experience with the admission, review, and dismissal process
Practicum experience in behavioral intervention and consultation preferred; however, completion of coursework in these areas is acceptable
Practicum experience in the completion of psycho-educational evaluations in the areas of Emotional Disturbance, OHI for ADHD, and Autism

Responsibilities

Conduct Comprehensive Individual Psycho-Educational Evaluations for referrals and three-year re-evaluations within timelines as prescribed by law.
Participate and collaborate with other professionals in the Pre-Referral Process, ARD Process, Child Find procedures, and Confidentiality of Student Records.
Provide consultative services to general education and special education teachers and campus administrators.
Gain experience in developing and monitoring individual student behavior improvement plans.
Provide direct services to students eligible for psychological services as a related service.
Provide parents’ progress reports on student's identified I.E.P. goals and objectives for each grading period.
Demonstrate ethical and professional practices and responsibilities.
Provide information to the multi-disciplinary team in the determination of eligibility and placement.
Participate in the after-hours counseling center focusing on family counseling for families of students with disabilities.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Participate in professional development, department meetings, and special events as assigned.
Perform additional duties as assigned to support the mission and goals of the campus and department.