Education/Certification:
Master’s degree in education from accredited college or university.
Valid Texas license as a licensed specialist in school psychology granted by the Texas State
Board of Examiners of Psychologists*
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of procedures for assessing achievement and intellectual, emotional, and behavioral
functioning for educational purposes
Knowledge of prevention and intervention strategies, including behavior management
interventions
Knowledge of psycho-social development
Strong consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
DUTIES:
Perform professional psychological work in assessment, behavior management, and counseling
for students with emotional disabilities, learning disabilities, and behavioral problems. Assess the
psychological and psycho-educational needs of students referred to special education services.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress. Regular district-wide travel to multiple work locations as assigned;
moderate lifting and carrying. May be required to lift and transfer students to and from wheelchair or assist with
positioning students with physical disabilities.
TO APPLY: Submit MISD application, resume and transcripts of all college work to Malakoff ISD, 1308 FM
3062, Malakoff, TX 75148. All documentation must be received on or before the application deadline. Applications
will be reviewed after the application deadline and selected applicants will be contacted for interviews.
NOTE: The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires we employ only U.S. Citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. New
employees must present documents verifying identity and right to accept employment (Form I-9). No one will be placed on the District payroll
until all employment procedures are fully satisfied. Information contained on this vacancy announcement is subject to correction as a result of
typographical error, omission, or changes resulting from institutional restructuring and/or funding.
Malakoff ISD is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution which provides educational and employment opportunities on the basis of
merit and without discrimination or harassment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.