This position focuses on supporting students' academic, social-emotional, and behavioral success through assessment, consultation, intervention, counseling, and collaboration.
The School Psychologist will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to evaluate student needs, support educational planning, develop appropriate interventions, and ensure compliance with special education requirements.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations to determine eligibility for special education and related services.
Administer and interpret psychological and educational assessments and prepare detailed evaluation reports.
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings, eligibility determinations, IEP meetings, and Section 504 meetings.
Conduct student observations, interviews, behavioral assessments, and data reviews.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and related service providers to develop effective student interventions.
Assist with Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
Provide consultation regarding instructional strategies, behavioral supports, and social-emotional interventions.
Provide individual or group counseling services when appropriate.
Support crisis intervention, threat assessment, and student safety planning as needed.
Participate in MTSS and RTI processes and use data-based decision-making to monitor student progress.
Maintain accurate and confidential records in accordance with district, state, and federal requirements.
Manage evaluation, meeting, and special education compliance timelines.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Markham, IL
Job Type
Contractor
Salary
$82–$90 Per Hour
Qualifications
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Psychologist endorsement required.
Ed.S., Master's degree with advanced certification, or Doctoral degree in School Psychology from an accredited institution.
Must meet applicable Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) requirements.
Knowledge of psychoeducational assessments, IEPs, IDEA, Section 504, FERPA, MTSS, and RTI.
Strong assessment, report-writing, consultation, and case-management skills.
Previous experience working with K–12 students preferred.
Experience supporting students with behavioral, emotional, and learning needs preferred.
Benefits
Paid Time-Off, Life Insurance, 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision
Skills
School Psychology
Skills
Cross-Functionalunmatched
Maintain Complianceunmatched
Needs Assessmentunmatched
School Psychologyunmatched
Special Educationunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
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