Freelance Autism School Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's leading schools. We're partnering with a school district in Dallas County, TX to hire a dedicated School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year.
This full-time hybrid opportunity offers a schedule of 4 days onsite and 1 day remote, providing flexibility while allowing you to make a meaningful impact on student success. In this role, you will support students' academic achievement, social-emotional development, and overall well-being through assessment, consultation, and psychological services. You'll work closely with educators, families, and multidisciplinary teams to help create supportive learning environments where students can thrive.

• Location: Hybrid in Dallas County, TX

• Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

• Work Setting: 4 days onsite, 1 day remote

• School Year: 2026-2027

• Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations to support special education eligibility and educational planning.

• Complete evaluations for students suspected of eligibility under Emotional Disability (ED), Autism (AU), and Other Health Impairment (OHI/ADHD) classifications.

• Interpret assessment results and prepare comprehensive written evaluation reports in accordance with state and federal guidelines.

• Provide psychological services, including counseling, behavioral consultation, crisis intervention, and social-emotional support.

• Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and assist in developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).

• Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) meetings and collaborate on IEP development and implementation.

• Consult with teachers, administrators, families, and related service providers regarding academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions.

• Support multidisciplinary teams through data analysis, progress monitoring, and evidence-based recommendations.

• Maintain compliance with IDEA, Texas Education Agency (TEA) requirements, and district policies.

• Master's or Specialist-level degree in School Psychology or a related field

• Valid Texas Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP) credential

• Experience conducting psychoeducational evaluations in a school setting

• Experience evaluating students for ED, Autism, and OHI/ADHD eligibility

• Knowledge of special education regulations, evaluation procedures, and ARD processes

• Experience providing counseling, behavioral consultation, and psychological services preferred

• Strong report-writing, communication, and collaboration skills

• Ability to manage evaluation timelines and maintain compliance with district and state requirements

• Competitive pay and benefits package.

• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.

• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.

• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.

• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!

• • Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.

• • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

• • Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.

• • Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.

• • Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

• • Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.