Early Childhood School Psychologist Needed in West Chicago Metro Area

School Psychologist Opportunity | North of Forest Park, Illinois:

Step into a meaningful full-time opportunity supporting students and staff for the upcoming new school year. This contract position is ideal for a School Psychologist looking to take on a full-time role within a diverse team, servicing grades preschool through 5th. As the new school psychologist in this role, your expertise will be central in ensuring the continuation of high-quality evaluation and supervision services.

Key Qualifications

• Valid Illinois State School Psychologist Professional license (PEL)
• At least two years of professional experience preferred; strong new graduates will be considered
• Background check clearance including fingerprinting
• Valid driver’s license and Social Security card required for credentialing
• Experience with elementary or preschool populations
• Ability to manage a caseload of approximately 1,000 students per psychologist

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct initial assessments and re-evaluations
• Handle referrals and manage an active caseload
• Perform approximately 60 initial evaluations annually, plus additional re-evaluations
• Collaborate with school staff and families to support student success
• Participate in response-to-intervention processes and provide recommendations

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive hourly pay of $50–$60, commensurate with your experience
• Flexible hybrid work model: four days onsite, one day remote each week
• Opportunities to broaden your impact across different age groups
• Interview windows are available July 13th through 24th—scheduling is flexible to suit your availability