Licensed School Psychologist Intern

OB TITLE: Licensed School Psychologist Intern

HOUR STATUS: Nonexempt

REPORTS TO: Executive Director of SPED/Principal

PAY GRADE: AP1/197 Days

DEPT./SCHOOL: Assigned Location/SPED

DATE REVISED: 05/2026

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The School Psychologist Internship provides supervised training in a range of

assessment, consultation, and intervention activities across diverse student populations.

The intern is responsible for supporting the evaluation of students with academic,

emotional, social, and behavioral concerns under the direct supervision of a licensed

School Psychologist, in accordance with state and federal guidelines. The intern will

actively contribute to special education evaluations, campus consultation, and the

development of support plans in compliance with IDEA and Texas regulations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

Bachelor's degree and near completion of a master's, specialist, or doctoral degree in

School Psychology or closely related field

Enrollment in a NASP- or state-approved School Psychology training program that

includes a 1,200+ hour internship

Completion of required coursework and practicum experiences allowing the provision of

school psychological services under supervision

Meet Texas licensure eligibility for School Psychologist Intern status through the Texas

Behavioral Health Executive Council (BHEC)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Working knowledge of best practices in psychoeducational evaluation and consultation

Familiarity with emotional and behavioral disorders including Emotional Disturbance,

Autism, and ADHD

Understanding of evidence-based behavioral interventions and MTSS/RTI processes

Copperas Cove Independent School District

Knowledge of IDEA, FAPE, Child Find, and relevant Texas Education Agency (TEA)

regulations

Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with professional ethics

Technological proficiency in psychological report writing and data analysis tools

Experience:

Practicum experience in a school setting, including evaluation, consultation, and

intervention (required)

Experience with ARD/IEP processes, FIE development, and behavioral intervention

planning (preferred)

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Under the supervision of a certified School Psychologist, the intern will:

Evaluation & Assessment

Participate in campus staffing and ARD preparation meetings

Conduct classroom observations and collect assessment data

Assist in determining appropriate evaluation tools and conducting psychoeducational

assessments

Score and interpret cognitive, behavioral, social-emotional, and adaptive measures

Draft psychological reports and contribute to multidisciplinary team findings

Recommend eligibility and programming based on evaluation results

Consultation & Collaboration

Consult with parents, teachers, and school staff on student needs and evaluation results

Participate in developing individualized education programs (IEPs)

Support the implementation of behavior intervention plans and MTSS strategies

Copperas Cove Independent School District

Collaborate with special education, mental health, and campus teams to address student

concerns

Professional Practice

Demonstrate professionalism, ethics, and responsible decision-making

Attend and participate in weekly supervision meetings

Follow directives and policies of Copperas Cove ISD and all applicable state and federal

regulations

Take initiative in developing professional skills aligned with job responsibilities

Maintain accurate records and protect student confidentiality

Other Duties

Comply with district policies and procedures

Perform other duties as assigned

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

Handle frequent interruptions and competing deadlines

Demonstrate sound judgment and professionalism

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Frequent travel across the district

Prolonged use of technology and occasional lifting up to 50 pounds

May involve standing, walking, bending, and stooping for observations or student

support

Acknowledgment:

This job description outlines the general purpose and key responsibilities of the position

Copperas Cove Independent School District

and may be updated as needed to reflect changes in district needs or legal

requirements.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job

and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required.

Copperas Cove ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex,

religion, disability, or age in its programs, activities or employment practices.

For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies, contact: Executive Director of Human

Resources, ..., 408 S. Main, Copperas Cove, TX 76522