School Psychologist (Elementary School) 2026-2027 SY

Elmwood Park Community Unit School District #401; Elmwood Park (IL); On-site; USD 47,250 - 57,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision and Dental insurance with board contributions

Sick and Personal Leave

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Limited Duration Insurance

Job summary

A public school district in Elmwood Park is seeking a School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will provide academic, social-emotional, and behavioral support to students in an elementary school setting. Responsibilities include collaborating with teachers and parents, conducting counseling sessions, and participating in multi-tiered intervention systems. A Master's in Psychology and a Professional Educator License are essential. Competitive salary starting at $52,500.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or higher in Psychology or Educational Psychology.
• Professional Educator License required.
• School Psychology Endorsement needed.
• Bilingual in Spanish and/or Polish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support students academically, socially-emotionally, and behaviorally.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents on academic and behavioral solutions.
• Conduct individual and group counseling sessions.

Skills

Collaboration

Crisis intervention

Behavioral support

Counseling

Multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS)

Education

Master's Degree or higher in Psychology or Educational Psychology

Professional Educator License

School Psychology Endorsement

Bilingual (Spanish and/or Polish) – Preferred

Job description

School Psychologist (Elementary School) – 2026-2027 School Year

Position Details

• Position Type: Elementary School Positions/ School Psychologist
• Date Posted: 3/20/2026
• Location: John Mills Elementary School, 2824 N. 76th Ave.
• Date Available: 08/17/2026
• Immediate Supervisor: Director of Student Services and Building Principal
• Terms of Employment: Teacher Work Year (181 Attendance Days)
• Salary: Starting $52,500 (PerEPET 2024-2028 Contract)

Board Contribution Benefits (PerEPET 2024-2028 Contract)

• Sick and Personal Leave
• Teachers Retirement System (TRS) – Standard Board Contribution is .58%
• Medical, Vision and Dental
  • Single – Board Contribution is 80%
  • Single + 1 – Board Contribution is 60%
  • Family – Board Contribution is 50%
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance – Board Contribution is 100%
• LTD Insurance – Board Contribution is 100%

Employee‑Only Contribution Benefits

• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• 403(b) and 457(b)

Summary

The School Psychologist supports students academically, socially-emotionally, and behaviorally.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or higher in Psychology or Educational Psychology
• Professional Educator License
• School Psychology Endorsement
• Bilingual (Spanish and/or Polish) – Preferred

Job Responsibilities

Intervention

• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to find effective solutions to academic and behavioral struggles
  • Has background in multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS)
  • Conduct classroom observations to gather information and provide recommendations
  • Participate on MTSS committees
  • Participate in the development, management, and implementation of behavior plans as well as in the completion of functional behavioral analysis and behavior intervention plans
  • Participate in functional behavior analysis for Manifestation Determination meetings
• Conduct individual, group, and crisis counseling sessions as appropriate
• Communicate with and refer to outside agencies, hospitals, or clinics when appropriate
• Provide crisis intervention and support services when necessary

Assessment

• Screen and evaluate referred students using
  • Standardized, appropriate instruments
  • Curriculum‑based measurements and authentic, classroom‑based assessment techniques
  • Review of student progress and response to targeted interventions
  • Observations and appropriate clinical evaluation
• Write reports which state the evaluation findings and share educational program recommendations
• Participate as a member of the IEP team contributing evaluation findings, providing recommendations for special education eligibility, and collaborating in the development of students' educational plan
• Participate in 504 meetings and implementation when appropriate
• Additional duties as assigned by the Director for Student Services or designee

Equipment and Travel Requirements

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone. Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

FLSA Status

Exempt

Postings current as of 3/26/2026 4:50:56 PM CST.

Elmwood Park Community Unit School District #401 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, or disability.

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