School Psychologist (Bilingual)

Crystal Lake Elementary District 47; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Crystal Lake School District 47 is seeking a Bilingual (Spanish) School Psychologist to support student growth within schools. Responsibilities include assessment, counseling, and coordinating IEP meetings to ensure eligible students receive appropriate services.

The role requires licensure, a School Psychologist endorsement, and Spanish fluency, with preferred experience in school psychology and knowledge of special education laws. This is an on-site position serving the Crystal Lake community.

Qualifications

• Must holdProfessional Educator License
• School Psychologist endorsement required
• Fluent in Spanish
• Experience: 2+ years preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Knowledge of standardized tests and interpretation of results
• Understanding of special education laws and policies

Responsibilities

• Consult with staff and parents on program development and interventions
• Participate on crisis and problem-solving teams
• Conduct educational assessments and communicate findings clearly
• Lead IEP meetings and ensure regulatory paperwork compliance
• Provide individual and group counseling
• Coordinate with staff on resource planning and service delivery
• Maintain current research in psychology and education
• Present information to teachers, administrators, and communities

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Interpersonal communication

Report writing

Test interpretation

Legal compliance knowledge

Education

Master's/Specialist in School Psychology

Job description

Crystal Lake School District 47 currently has an opening for a Bilingual (Spanish) School Psychologist. The goal of this position is to provide services within the schools that facilitate the growth and development of all students. Responsibilities include providing services to those students whose educational, social, emotional, and/or psychological development is at-risk or restricted due to ability, academic, behavior, social and/or emotional difficulties.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Consult and collaborate with staff and parents about program development, prevention measures, early interventions, and assessment of students' difficulties
• Serve as a contributing member on building and district level teams (i.e. crisis team, problem-solving/RtI teams, student services building teams, etc.)
• Conduct valid educational assessments (both formal and informal), interpret student information for a variety of learning concerns, and communicate in written and verbal formats student needs in understandable terms for staff and parents.
• Facilitate IEP meetings, ensure paperwork meets all legal standards, complete state reporting forms, and act as district representative to ensure parents understand their rights and the team recommendations for the provision of special education services and programming
• Supervise the provision of special education services
• Knowledge of school district general education curriculum and district resources in order to commit resources
• Provide individual counseling and/or group experiences with students to help solve problems or develop skills related to learning, development, and adjustment
• Participate in the crisis intervention team for individual, school, and/or district wide crisis
• Maintain current with research findings and practices relevant to the area of psychology and education
• In cooperation with other building staff, planning and conducting in-service presentations or newsletters for teachers, parents, administrators, or community groups to enhance understanding of and services for the educational and psychological development of children
• Serve as a liaison between the community and school
• Maintain familiarity with legal mandates/laws and ethical standards that influence professional responsibilities
• Other duties as assigned

Skills And Experience Required

• Professional Educator License
• School Psychologist endorsement
• Fluent in Spanish
• A Master's/Specialist Degree in School Psychology, or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years school psychology experience preferred
• Effective positive interpersonal communication skills
• Fluid report writing ability
• Knowledge of standardized tests available at varying development levels
• Knowledge of test interpretation and how the results impact student academic performance
• Knowledge of policies and procedures involving special education law

Physical/Mental Requirements

• Physical requirements include sitting, standing, bending, walking. And lifting equipment and materials
• Demonstrate high levels of flexibility, interpersonal communication skills, articulation, concentration, confidentiality, and organization
• High level of flexibility, articulation, concentration, and confidentially

Please Include

• 3 Letters of Reference and/or Credential Packet
• Transcripts
• Resume

Eligible for paid time off benefits, and medical insurance benefits. Compensation available at the Crystal Lake Teachers' Association (CLETA) negotiated agreement hyperlink

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