School Psychologist

Therapeds Partners; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 83,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

401K (W2)

Bi-monthly salary deposits

Guaranteed hours

W-2 or 1099 employment option

Job summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, on-site School Psychologist for a Merrillville, IN-based school. You will conduct assessments, develop IEP plans, and collaborate with district and TheraPeds teams to support PreK-5 students.

Ideal applicants hold a Master's in School Psychology with NASP/state licensure and strong counseling/assessment knowledge. This role offers guaranteed hours, a competitive employment arrangement, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in School Psychology.
• NASP License preferred but not required.
• State licensure as a School Psychologist or eligibility with DOE as required.
• 2+ years of experience preferred but not required.
• Knowledge of counseling and psychological assessment.
• Experience working with children and adolescents.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficient in use of technology.
• Fingerprint background clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy services to students.
• Conduct assessments and evaluations.
• Develop IEP plans and support eligibility processes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents).
• Support students according to their IEP requirements.

Skills

Counseling & psychological assessment

Experience with children & adolescents

Organizational & time management

Communication & interpersonal skills

Technology proficiency

Education

Master's degree or higher in School Psychology

NASP License

State Licensure / School Psychologist credential

DOE eligibility (when required)

2+ years of experience

Job description

About Us

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist‑owned and operated organization. We partner with schools to provide

About Us

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist‑owned and operated organization. We partner with schools to provide School Psychology services to PreK-12 students nationwide. As a team of special education providers, we understand the education process, IDEA requirements, and the importance of collaboration within multidisciplinary teams. Our mission is to deliver high-quality School Psychology services while making meaningful connections in a collaborative learning environment.

Job Description And Responsibilities

This is a full-time, on-site role as a School Psychologist serving a school located in Merrillville, IN.

The School Psychologist will be responsible for providing therapy services to students, conducting assessments, developing IEP plans, evaluating and eligibility processes, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams (therapists, educators, parents), supporting students according to their IEP. The role requires strong communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a passion for working with students with special needs.

Job Details

• Full Time, 32-38 hours/week
• 2026-2027 School year, August - May/June
• PreK-5 grades
• Job Duties: evaluations, consultation, eligibility, IEP meetings and diagnostics, student services
• Guaranteed Hours, including documentation, administrative and planning time
• On-site, in person
• Dual support from the District and TheraPeds
• Manageable caseloads
• $60 - $70+/hour ($2160-$2520/week+)

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in School Psychology
• NASP License (preferred but not required)
• State License and/or School Psychologist and Department of Education (when required)
• 2+ years of experience (preferred but not required)
• Knowledge of Counseling and Psychological Assessment
• Experience working with children and adolescentsOrganizational and time management skills
• Proficient in use of technology
• Fingerprint background clearance

Physical Requirements

Working and playing with students requires that employees must be able to perform the necessary physical movement functions, as needed, such as lifting, sitting, walking, standing, crawling, and engaging with students in all physical locations and activities, while adhering to the duties outlined by the district.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2)
• Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
• Guaranteed hours
• Bi-monthly salary deposits
• This position will be a W-2 employee or a 1099 contractor

Benefits (eligibility dependent on employment status)

• Competitive compensation package with benefits including health, dental, and vision and 401K (W2)
• Resources for health benefit enrollment and hourly rates which includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes (1099)
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
• Access to a supportive network within the TheraPeds community
• Guaranteed hours
• Bi-monthly salary deposits
• This position will be a W-2 employee or a 1099 contractor

Summary

TheraPeds Partners is seeking a full-time, on-site School Psychologist for a school-based position in Merrillville, IN. This role is ideal for candidates searching for school psychology jobs near me or Indiana school psychologist positions