Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with a school district in Cook County, Illinois to hire dedicated School Psychologists for the 2026–2027 school year. This is an on-site contract opportunity (approximately 35 hours/week) supporting student evaluation, intervention planning, and campus-based collaboration. In this role, you'll support students' academic, social-emotional, and behavioral success through assessments, counseling/interventions, and consultation with educators and families.
Location: In-person (On-site), ~35 hours/week Schedule: Full-time or part-time hours; specific days/hours are flexible School Year: 2026/2027
Conduct psychoeducational assessments (cognitive, academic, behavioral, and social-emotional) to identify student strengths/needs and inform eligibility and services. Write clear evaluation reports and present findings to school teams and families in an accessible, supportive way. Provide individual and/or group counseling and targeted interventions to address social-emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs. Participate in IEP and 504 processes, including consultation, data review, and progress monitoring to support student outcomes. Support crisis response efforts and contribute to school-wide prevention initiatives (e.g., Active Illinois School Psychologist License (or ability to obtain promptly, per district requirements). Active PEL (Professional Educator License) with the appropriate School Psychologist endorsement. Experience conducting school-based evaluations and contributing to IEP/504 decision-making in a K–12 setting. Strong collaboration and communication skills with multidisciplinary teams, families, and school leadership. Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options. Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.
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This position is listed as part time and onsite.