School Psychologist at Terrace Elementary School

Des Plaines School District 62; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid individual health benefits

Paid sick and personal time

Job summary

Des Plaines School District 62 is hiring a School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year at Terrace Elementary School. Qualified candidates should have a Master's or higher in school psychology and a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with School Psychologist endorsement.

This role offers attractive health benefits and participation in the collective bargaining agreement. Preferred qualifications include experience in elementary education, bilingual Spanish, and BCBA Certification.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Master’s degree or higher in school psychology from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with School Psychologist endorsement.
• Experience in an elementary school program is preferred.

Skills

Ability to work in a consulting environment

Experience with special education mandates

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Master’s degree or higher in school psychology

Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with School Psychologist endorsement

Tools

BCBA Certification

Job description

Community Consolidated School District 62 in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking a School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year at Terrace Elementary School.

Mission

The mission of District 62 is to cultivate an inclusive, innovative learning environment that inspires students to explore robust academics, advance their potential and to be compassionate lifelong learners.

District Information

District 62 has approximately 4,800 students in grades preK-8 in 8 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 1 early learning center, and 1 year-round K-8 school.

Compensation Information

• This position is part of the Des Plaines Education Association and salaries are part of the collective bargaining agreement. This position includes paid sick and personal time. Salary information can be found here: Certified Salary Information. Additional information can be found under "Contract Information" here: https://www.d62.org/our-story/departments/human-resources
• This position includes fully paid individual health benefits. All benefits information can be found here: https://ccsd62.benefithub.com/app/home

Qualifications

• Completion of a Master’s degree or higher in school psychology from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License with School Psychologist endorsement.
• Experience in an elementary school program is preferred.
• Ability to work in a consulting environment.
• Experience with special education mandates.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred.
• BCBA Certification preferred.

Application Procedure

Apply online at https://tinyurl.com/D62Hires and complete the online application, including uploading all requested documents.

Selection Procedure

All applications will be reviewed by the Director of Student Services and building Principal and recommended for further interview consideration. After interviews are completed, the Assistant Superintendent will make a recommendation to the Board of Education via the Superintendent.