Location & Practice Overview

This Licensed Specialist in School Psychology role is based in the Houston region of a public charter school network. Work occurs across multiple campuses serving Pre-K through 12th grade students within the Student Support Services department.

Practice Type Public charter school network
Department Student Support Services (S3)
Care Setting Pre-K–12 campuses in Houston area
Geographic Scope Multiple Houston-region school sites

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive special education evaluations using appropriate assessment tools and data collection methods to determine student needs.
  • Provide diagnostic information that informs eligibility determinations, programming decisions, and instructional planning.
  • Participate in ARD meetings, Response to Intervention teams, and school-level support committees.
  • Develop and contribute to intervention plans addressing academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs.
  • Support crisis response and prevention efforts across campuses and deliver staff professional development on assessment practices and data-based decision making.

The role centers on evaluation, consultation, and collaborative planning that directly shape supports for students with identified needs.

Qualifications & Requirements

Candidates must hold the required Texas credential and meet the minimum experience threshold for independent practice as an LSSP.

Education
Master’s degree in psychology from an accredited college or university
License
Valid Texas LSSP license granted by the Texas State Board of Examiners of Psychologists
Experience
At least 1 year as an LSSP or school psychologist
Additional
Reliable transportation for inter-campus travel; bilingual English-Spanish preferred

Compensation & Benefits

The posted salary range is annual and full-time. Performance incentives are available; additional benefit details are not specified in the available posting.

  • Annual salary range of $85,000–$115,000
  • Performance incentives available
  • Contact employer for complete benefits package details

Schedule & Work Environment

Employment Type Full-time
Calendar Aligned with the academic school year
Work Model On-site across multiple Houston-area campuses
Travel Required between school sites within the Houston network

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

The psychologist serves diverse K-12 students and their families in an open-enrollment public charter school environment. Focus areas include special education eligibility, academic and behavioral intervention, and social-emotional support.

Age Range Pre-K through 12th grade
Population Diverse students and families in underserved communities
Primary Focus Special education evaluation and related supports
Clinical Context Academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs
Setting Public charter school campuses

About KIPP Texas Public Schools

KIPP Texas Public Schools is an open-enrollment public charter school network serving nearly 32,000 Pre-K through 12 students across Houston and other major Texas regions. Founded in 1994 as KIPP Houston, it operates multiple campuses focused on preparing students for college, career, and beyond. The Student Support Services team includes special educators, counselors, social workers, and psychologists who collaborate to remove barriers to learning.

Organization Type Public charter school network
Founded 1994 (as KIPP Houston)
Students Served Nearly 32,000 Pre-K–12
Service Area Houston and surrounding Texas regions
Team Structure Multidisciplinary Student Support Services

Frequently Asked Questions

How many campuses does the psychologist typically cover?
The role involves travel between multiple Houston-area KIPP schools as part of the network Student Support Services team. Exact campus assignments are determined by departmental needs.
Is bilingual English-Spanish ability required?
Bilingual English-Spanish is preferred but not required. Strong communication skills with diverse families remain essential.
What support exists for newer LSSPs entering the network?
The position includes collaboration with an experienced multidisciplinary team and opportunities for mentorship within the Student Support Services department.
Are professional development opportunities part of the role?
Yes. The psychologist may lead staff training sessions, participate in district-wide initiatives, and pursue ongoing learning aligned with school psychology practices. Conference participation is supported as part of continued skill advancement.

School Psychologist (LSSP) in Houston, TX

This full-time LSSP position places a licensed school psychologist within KIPP Texas Public Schools’ Student Support Services team serving Houston-area campuses. The work centers on special education evaluations, diagnostic consultation for ARD and intervention teams, and collaborative planning that addresses academic, behavioral, and social-emotional barriers for Pre-K through 12 students. Travel across multiple charter school sites is required, with a schedule aligned to the academic calendar. Candidates holding a Texas LSSP license and at least one year of relevant experience will find a practice model that emphasizes data-informed decision making and multidisciplinary partnership in an open-enrollment public charter network.

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