School Psychologist 2026/27 - Des Plaines, IL

Job Description

School Psychologist 2026/27

Make a meaningful impact working in a supportive school environment, serving students on a contract basis for the upcoming school year. 

Position Details:

• Location - Des Plaines, IL 
• Full-Time 
• K-5 Caseload
• 8:50am-3:35pm
• 8/25/26-6/4/27
• Pay range of $44-$47/hour 

*We also work with schools Nationwide, offering Virtual and Travel Contract opportunities
Travel includes tax-free stipends for Housing, Meals, and Incidentals.

Key Qualifications:

• Valid IL School Psychologist certification or pending application
• Valid Professional Educator License (PEL) 
• Demonstrated experience in educational settings, preferably across both elementary and middle grades
• Expertise in assessment, IEP evaluations, and delivering services for diverse student populations
• Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with teachers, families, and building-based teams
• Familiarity with student intervention and crisis response teams is highly valued
• Strong organizational abilities to support problem-solving processes and team integration

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and contribute to IEP planning and implementation
• Actively participate in Student Intervention Team and Building Crisis Team activities
• Work with staff and families to design interventions, support problem-solving, and promote student well-being
• Facilitate timely evaluations and provide direct services as outlined in student IEPs
• Support a safe, inclusive, and responsive school climate, working across both elementary and middle school grades
• Serve as a resource for staff development and consult on behavioral and learning challenges

Benefits:

• 401k matching
• Insurance offered: Health, Optical and Dental

Interested in learning more about local, virtual, or travel?
- Apply today, or send an updated resume to [email protected]

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