School Psychologist

Job Description

Job Description

School Psychologist (School-Based) | Multiple Locations
Openings Available In: Texas, Colorado, Arizona
Schedule: Full-Time | School Hours | Contract
Setting: K-12 School Campuses (varies by district)
Support Student Success?Academically, Socially, and Emotionally
We’re hiring School Psychologists (also known as LSSPs in Texas ) for school-based opportunities across multiple locations. This role is ideal for professionals who are passionate about helping students succeed through high-quality evaluations, counseling support, and collaborative campus-based intervention planning.

We have opportunities available for candidates who prefer:

• Campus-Based / Full-Scope (evaluations + ARD/IEP participation + counseling support)
• Evaluation-Only (testing + report writing only)
• Counseling-Only (counseling minutes/services only)

What You’ll Do
Depending on assignment, responsibilities may include:

• Conducting psychological evaluations to identify learning/behavioral needs
• Writing evaluation reports and documenting findings clearly
• Participating in ARD/IEP meetings and supporting eligibility decisions
• Providing individual and/or group counseling services (as assigned)
• Collaborating with teachers, administrators, and families
• Supporting positive school climate and student mental wellness
• Case management support (when applicable)

Minimum Qualifications (Core Requirements)

• Specialist-level degree (Ed.S.) or Doctorate (Psy.D./Ph.D.) in School Psychology (typically 60+ graduate hours)
• Completion of a 1,200-hour supervised internship (minimum 600 hours in a school setting)
• Praxis School Psychologist exam (Test Code 5403)
• NCSP welcomed (often supports faster state licensure pathways)

State Credential Requirements (Varies by Location)

• Arizona (AZ): School Psychologist, PreK-12; Issued by the AZ Dept. of Education. Requires an IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card and 1,200 hours of internship.
• Colorado (CO) : Special Services Provider (SSP); Requires an SSP license from the CDE. Candidates must hold an Ed.S. or higher and have passed Praxis 5402/5403.
• Texas (TX): LSSP (Licensed Specialist in School Psychology); Unique to Texas; issued by the TX Behavioral Health Executive Council. Requires a 1,200-hour internship and a state-specific Jurisprudence Exam. They just changed it to where TX LSSPs can call themselves school psychologists, so you will see both names.

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About Burnett Specialists
Burnett Specialists is a top-ranked, 100% employee-owned recruiting firm with over 50 years of expertise in connecting top talent with exceptional companies. Headquartered in Texas, we specialize in placing professionals in Accounting, IT, HR, Marketing, Engineering, Sales, Legal, Supply Chain, and Administrative roles across major cities, including Houston, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, and El Paso.

With a proven track record of responsiveness, cost savings, and full-spectrum staffing solutions — from temporary and temp-to-hire to payrolling and direct hire placements — we are committed to exceeding expectations and delivering unparalleled results.

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About Burnett Specialists\r\nBurnett Specialists is a top-ranked, 100% employee-owned recruiting firm with over 50 years of expertise in connecting top talent with exceptional companies. Headquartered in Texas, we specialize in placing professionals in Accounting, IT, HR, Marketing, Engineering, Sales, Legal, Supply Chain, and Administrative roles across major cities, including Houston, Austin, Dallas, San Antonio, and El Paso.\r\n\r\nWith a proven track record of responsiveness, cost savings, and full-spectrum staffing solutions — from temporary and temp-to-hire to payrolling and direct hire placements — we are committed to exceeding expectations and delivering unparalleled results.\r\n\r\nAs a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise (WBE), we take pride in building long-term relationships with our clients and candidates while fostering integrity, professionalism, and community involvement.\r\n\r\nVisit us at: us on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram for the latest job opportunities and industry insights!