School Psychologist

Onward Edu; Forest Park (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits package

Network of schools and districts

Streamlined hiring process

Ongoing communication and advocacy

Professional growth opportunities

Recruiting support

Job summary

Onward Education in Cook County, Illinois, seeks dedicated School Psychologists for the 2026-2027 school year. This on-site contract role (~35 hours/week) supports student evaluation, intervention planning, and campus collaboration across K-12 settings.

You will conduct psychoeducational assessments, write reports, provide counseling, and collaborate with teachers and families to implement IEP/504 plans and crisis response initiatives.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois School Psychologist License (or ability to obtain promptly, per district requirements).
• Active PEL 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.
• Ability to manage caseload priorities, timelines, and documentation with professionalism and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and related service providers to develop classroom strategies, behavior supports, and intervention plans.
• 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., SEL, trauma-informed practices, positive behavior supports).

Skills

Collaboration skills

Communication

Caseload management

Documentation

Education

Illinois license

PEL endorsement

Job description

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.

Position Details:

• Location: In-person (On-site), ~35 hours/week
• Schedule: Full-time or part-time hours; specific days/hours are flexible
• School Year: 2026/2027

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and related service providers to develop classroom strategies, behavior supports, and intervention plans.
• 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., SEL, trauma-informed practices, positive behavior supports).

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to manage caseload priorities, timelines, and documentation with professionalism and attention to detail.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?

If you're passionate about creating positive change and supporting students' success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Ready to join us? Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you!