• School Psychologist

    Amergis (Houston, TX)


    Immediate opening for a LicensedSpecialist in School Psychology (LSSP)

     

    Grades: EC–12th Graders

     

    Position Type: Full-TimeContract

     

    Grades Served: Early Childhood through Grade 12

     

    Itinerant Position: Two campuses a day.

     

    Pay $50 (local) or, travel packages available, if qualified.

     

    About the Role

     

    We are seeking amission-driven Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) to supportstudent success across EC–12 by delivering high-quality psychoeducationalservices, ensuring special education compliance, and collaborating withmultidisciplinary teams. The LSSP will lead comprehensive evaluations, designevidence-based interventions, and contribute to data-driven decisions thatuphold IDEA, FAPE, and Texas-specific procedures.

     

    The Educator must have recentexperience working for Texas schools and, willing to travel to the schools asneeded. Ideally, a Bilingual School Psychologist is preferred (Spanish) but notrequired.

    Responsibilities andDuties

    + Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations (cognitive, academic, social-emotional/behavioral, adaptive) in accordance with IDEA and Texas Special Education requirements.

    + Administer, score, and interpret standardized assessments (e.g., WISC-V, WIAT-4, BASC-3, Vineland-3, ADOS-2 where applicable), classroom observations, rating scales, and functional assessments.

    + Develop high-quality evaluation reports with clear eligibility determinations, present levels of academic achievement and functional performance (PLAAFP), and IEP-linked recommendations.

    • Intervention &Consultation

    + Design and monitor evidence-based academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions aligned to MTSS/RTI frameworks.

    + Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBA) and develop Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP) with progress-monitoring and fidelity checks.

    + Provide crisis intervention, risk assessments, and short-term counseling as needed; support campus crisis response teams.

    • Compliance &Documentation

    + Ensure special education compliance through accurate timelines (initials, reevaluations), prior written notice, and procedural safeguards.

    + Maintain IEP alignment, coordinate ARD/IEP committee processes, and uphold confidentiality and ethical standards per state and federal regulations.

    + Support Section 504 processes (evaluation, eligibility, plan development, accommodations).

    • Collaboration &Teaming

    + Collaborate with general education and special education staff, related services (SLP, OT, PT), school counselors, and administrators to implement data-driven supports.

    + Present findings to ARD committees, lead problem-solving teams, and provide professional development on assessment, behavior supports, and progress monitoring.

    + Partner with families to ensure culturally responsive practices and shared decision-making.

     

    Education and CertificationMinimum Qualifications

     

    + Current Texas LSSP license (issued via Texas Behavioral Health Executive Council/TSBEP); in good standing.

    + Master’s or Specialist degree (SSP/Ed.S.) or, Doctorate in School Psychology from an accredited program.

    + Solida knowledge of IDEA, FAPE, Child Find, ARD/IEP processes, Section 504, FERPA, and Texas Education Agency (TEA) procedures.

    + Excels in conducting psychoeducational assessments, writing eligibility reports, and implementing MTSS/RTI interventions.

    Core Competencies

    • Assessment &Interpretation: Accurate, valid, culturally responsive evaluation practices.

    • Intervention Design:Evidence-based, measurable, and feasible plans with fidelity monitoring.

    • Compliance Excellence:Timely, meticulous documentation aligned to state and federal law.

    • Collaboration &Communication: Clear written/oral communication, facilitation of ARD meetings,partnership with families.

    • Data-DrivenDecision-Making: Use of multiple data sources to guide eligibility andservices.

    • Ethics &Professionalism: Upholds NASP standards and Texas licensure rules.

     

    How to Apply– Call Ruthie at Amergis today!

     

    Benefits

    At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

    + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

    + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

    + 401(k) savings plan

    + Awards and recognition programs

    *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

     

    About Amergis

     

    Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

     

    Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.