School Psychologist - District Liaison & IEP Specialist

Illinois Education Job Bank; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Association of School Administrators seeks a qualified School Psychologist to serve as a resource to district and SPEED personnel and assist in identifying special education needs and developing programs.

The position includes attending parent meetings, coordinating resources, and acting as a liaison between schools and external agencies, with duties covering IEPs, eligibility determinations, and case management.

Qualifications

• Current PEL (Public Educator License) with endorsement in School Psychology (Type 73).
• M.A./M.S. with one-year school psychology internship.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource person to district and SPEED personnel (teachers, social workers, principals, counselors).
• Assist districts with identification of special education needs and in development and assessment of programs.
• Attend parent meetings as appropriate.
• Assist parents and districts in locating and coordinating school and community resources.
• Serve as a liaison between the schools and other agencies as appropriate.
• Observe individual students in educational settings and assess problems through testing and diagnostic techniques.
• Determine eligibility of students for special education programs and services.
• Attend staffings for placement, continuation, change, or termination of special education services.
• Consult with teachers and school staff on behavior management and related issues.
• Coordinate data needed for case study staffings, screenings, and psychological consultations.
• Complete staffing papers and distribute IEP-related documents.
• Provide input for district programming and participate in annual reviews.

Skills

Staff liaison

Data collection

Collaborative planning

Education

PEL with School Psychology endorsement

M.A./M.S. with internship in School Psychology

Job description

The Illinois Association of School Administrators seeks a qualified School Psychologist to serve as a resource to district and SPEED personnel and assist in identifying special education needs and developing programs.

The position includes attending parent meetings, coordinating resources, and acting as a liaison between schools and external agencies, with duties covering IEPs, eligibility determinations, and case management.