School Psychologist | Des Plaines, Illinois

Make a direct impact on student growth by leveraging your expertise in school psychology. This in-person, contract opportunity seeks a dedicated professional passionate about supporting K-8 students’ academic and social-emotional development across two school sites in the Chicago area.

What we're seeking:

• Master’s degree (or higher) in Psychology or Educational Psychology
• An active, valid PEL with School Psychologist Endorsement (Illinois)
• Minimum of 2 years of school-based practice
• Track record of upholding core values and maintaining a student-centered mindset
• Strong understanding of MTSS, SPED, and 504 processes
• Skilled in assessment, intervention, and progress monitoring
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities

You’ll be responsible for:

• Preventing, assessing, and supporting academic and social-emotional barriers to learning
• Working collaboratively as a core member of SPED, 504, and MTSS teams, ensuring timely and high-quality evaluation and compliance
• Serving as a lead consultant for MTSS, guiding Tier 3 interventions and progress monitoring
• Preparing and presenting comprehensive evaluation documents/reports
• Coordinating with families, educators, and external providers, maintaining strict confidentiality
• Keeping thorough records of service, collaboration, and compliance data
• Staying current with best practices and evaluation tools, and sharing knowledge with colleagues
• Providing professional development and acting as a liaison for child development topics
• Managing a caseload of 60 students across both schools

Expect to work 37.5 hours each week, contributing your skills to a diverse and supportive learning community. Compensation is offered at $85 per hour.

If you’re ready to foster student success and join a mission-driven team, we invite you to submit your application today! This is your chance to make a meaningful difference while advancing your career in a highly valued role.