School Psychologist

School Psychologist | Full-Time | Elementary School | Lake Forest, IL Location: Lake Forest, IL Schedule: Monday-Friday | 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM Duration: August 20, 2026 - June 5, 2027 Setting: Elementary School (Pre-K through 4th Grade) Work Environment: Onsite About the Role Looking for a School Psychologist position that offers more than just assessments? This full-time opportunity allows you to play a key role in supporting students, collaborating with educators, and helping drive school-wide problem-solving initiatives. Serving a Pre-K through 4th grade population, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through evaluations, counseling support, behavioral intervention, and multidisciplinary team collaboration. What You’ll Be Doing Conduct approximately 20 psychoeducational evaluations per year Maintain a small student counseling caseload Support behavioral and social-emotional needs throughout the elementary school Facilitate and participate in: LEAM meetings Data review meetings Problem-solving meetings Student support discussions Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and related service providers Participate in the special education evaluation and eligibility process Help develop strategies that promote positive academic, behavioral, and social outcomes Ideal Candidate You are a collaborative professional who enjoys balancing assessment responsibilities with direct student support and consultation. You thrive in a team-oriented environment and are passionate about helping elementary-aged students succeed. Required Qualifications Current Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) School Psychologist Endorsement Ability to work onsite for the duration of the assignment Hiring Details Interview Process Onsite interview preferred Flexible scheduling Quick decision-making process Pre-Employment Requirements Fingerprinting and required onboarding clearances Why This Opportunity Stands Out Unlike positions that focus heavily on evaluations, this role offers a balanced mix of assessment, counseling, consultation, and leadership within student support teams. You’ll be a visible member of the school community and a trusted resource for staff, students, and families. Compensation for this position ranges from $40.00 to $60.00. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr