School Psychologist

Sylvania; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school district in Oak Lawn, Illinois, is looking for a dedicated School Psychologist to support student evaluations and ensure the well-being of students. The ideal candidate must possess a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with a School Psychologist endorsement and is encouraged to have experience in the field. The position includes responsibilities such as participating in special education evaluations, collaborating with staff and parents, and maintaining professional competence. Join us in fostering student success in a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with a School Psychologist endorsement.
• Experience as a school psychologist is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support the Mission, Vision, and Goals of the Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123.
• Uphold Board of Education policies and regulations.
• Evaluate students to determine disabilities.

Skills

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License

Experience as a school psychologist

Job description

Our Mission & Strategic Vision

Our mission is to prepare today’s learners for tomorrow's world. We seek to intentionally design an environment where every student is held to high expectations and empowered to reach their full potential as productive, well-rounded humans. Driven by our strategic framework, we are committed to five key pillars of excellence:

• Academic Success: Building strong foundations for lifelong learning.
• Supportive & Safe Schools: Nurturing student well-being and security.
• A Thriving Workforce: Sustaining a dedicated and inspired team.
• Operational Excellence: Meeting evolving district needs with efficiency.
• Community Engagement: Fostering reciprocal, authentic relationships.

Our Portrait of a Graduate serves as our "north star," expanding the definition of success to include both core academic knowledge and the essential competencies our community identifies as vital for our students to leave ready for their next step within their academic journey, future work, and life. By clearly articulating these student-focused outcomes. The entire School District 123 Strategic Framework and Portrait of a Graduate can be found at: plan.d123.org.

Job Goal

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical demands and working conditions required of this position.

Qualifications

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with School Psychologist endorsement
• Experience as a school psychologist is preferred but not required

Direct Supervisor

Director of Special Education or Designee

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

1. Demonstrate support for the Mission, Vision, and Goals of the Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123.
2. Uphold the established Board of Education policies, regulations, and administrative procedures.
3. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of child and adolescent development and psychopathology.
4. Display awareness of governmental regulations and of resources available through the school/district and familiarity with resources external to the district.
5. Flexibility to manage responsibilities across multiple buildings and programs.
6. Actively participate as a member of the special education team in evaluating students and determining disabilities when case studies are necessary.
7. Participate in domain and evaluation conferences.
8. Communicate and cooperate with colleagues, students, parents, and the community as needed to meet professional standards.
9. Maintain and improve professional competence.
10. Assess the academic, functional, social-emotional, and cognitive strengths and needs of students using review of records, observation, interviews, and formal and informal tests.
11. Consult with parents and staff.
12. Take a leadership role in facilitating the Multi‑Tier System of Support (MTSS) process.
13. Maintain appropriate written records.
14. Participate in meetings and perform other responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Special Education or designee in accordance with the contract and Board of Education.
15. Utilize technology to promote learning, creativity, collaboration.
16. Ability to sit/stand for prolonged periods of time.
17. Regular attendance and/or physical presence at the job.

Salary

• Hours/Day: (CBA – Art. II – Section 10.A)
• Months/Year: (CBA – Art. II – Section 10.B)
• Salary: Annual Contract

Evaluation

Performance in this position will be evaluated by the Building Principal or designee in accordance with the Board of Education’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.

The School Board of Oak Lawn-Hometown School District 123 prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.