School Psychologist | Forest Park, Illinois

Job Description

Job Description

Discover a dynamic opportunity to make an impact as a School Psychologist supporting students from Pre-K through 8th grade. This contract position offers the chance to focus exclusively on essential evaluation services with a manageable average caseload, allowing for meaningful student interactions and professional growth.

In this role, you’ll be based at the district office, serving as a key member of the evaluation and intervention team. Your focus will remain on running domain meetings, conducting comprehensive evaluations, and overseeing the Early Intervention (EI) transition process—including transdisciplinary play-based assessments (TPBA). You will also attend Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) referral meetings for individual students as needed, playing an important role in driving data-informed decisions for student success. With no daily building-based responsibilities, your expertise can remain concentrated on program development and student assessment.

Qualifications:

• Must hold (or be eligible for) an active Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Psychologist endorsement; pending licensure will be considered for travel professionals.
• Previous experience or strong interest in school-based psychological evaluations for students from Pre-K to 8th grade.
• Confident facilitation of domain meetings and MTSS referrals.
• Knowledge of or willingness to support EI transition processes and TPBA.
• Ability to collaborate with district teams and communicate professionally with families and staff.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations.
• Lead domain meetings to determine appropriate assessments and interventions.
• Manage and oversee the transition process for Early Intervention students.
• Participate in MTSS referral meetings for individual students when required.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.

If you’re seeking a rewarding contract role that values your expertise and offers a focused, evaluation-driven caseload, this position could be your perfect fit. Take the next step in your career—apply today to make a difference in the lives of students and families!

Compensation for this position ranges from $41.00 to $61.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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