School Psychologist
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Lake County, Illinois
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$58 - $62 per hour
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Contract
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On-Site
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Job ID: 83505
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Posted today
Onward Search Education is partnering with a school district in Lake County, Illinois to hire a School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year. This is an on-site role supporting a PreK Psych need. The School Psychologist will help bridge mental health and education by conducting evaluations, supporting IEP/504 processes, and partnering with families and school teams to ensure students receive the services and interventions they need to thrive.
Position Details:
- Location: On-site -- Lake County, IL
- Setting: School-based, PreK focus
- Pay: $58 - $62/ hour
- Schedule/Hours: 32 hours per week
- School Year: 2026-2027
Responsibilities:
- Conduct psychoeducational assessments and evaluations to determine student strengths/needs and eligibility for services.
- Interpret assessment results and develop clear, actionable recommendations for supports and interventions.
- Participate in and support IEP and 504 processes, including documentation and team collaboration.
- Provide consultation to educators and school teams on behavior supports, classroom strategies, and interventions.
- Support student social-emotional needs through counseling, problem-solving, and/or targeted interventions as appropriate.
- Collaborate with families, staff, and multidisciplinary teams to promote equitable access to services and student success.
Qualifications:
- Active Illinois School Psychologist license (required).
- Master's, Specialist (Ed.S.), or Doctoral degree in School Psychology (or equivalent).
- Experience working in school settings (PreK experience strongly preferred).
- Strong skills in standardized assessment, report writing, and eligibility determination.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and school teams.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation (details to be confirmed based on district specifics)
- Medical, dental, and vision options (where eligible)
- Access to a dedicated recruiting/support team
- Streamlined onboarding and responsive communication
- Opportunities to work with mission-driven school partners
Why Apply?
At Onward Search Education, we connect passionate professionals with schools where they can make a meaningful impact. If you're driven to support early learners through thoughtful assessment, collaborative problem-solving, and student-centered services, this role offers the chance to do work that truly matters--every day.
Ready to join us?
Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!
About Onward Education
Onward Education is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider. We work with K-12 schools to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO
Inclusive Hiring Practices
We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at info@onwardedu.com.
Employment Eligibility
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.
Benefits
We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Education is a drug-free workplace.
Virtual Interview Process
To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Alex.com, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive a text or email invitation from Alex, our virtual interviewer, to learn more about your qualifications.
To learn more about the platform, visit https://www.alex.com/.
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