School Psychologist - Grant Elementary 2026-2027

Bellwood School District #88; Bellwood (IL); On-site; USD 47,000 - 61,750; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Sick and Personal Days

Job summary

Bellwood School District #88 is looking for a passionate School Psychologist for Grant Elementary for the 2026-2027 school year. The position includes conducting psychological assessments, providing therapy as required by IEPs, and collaborating with staff and families to promote student success.

This role requires a strong knowledge of assessment methods and the ability to implement effective interventions. The selected candidate will be part of a supportive community aimed at fostering an inclusive educational environment for all students.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of methods of assessment and evaluations.
• Ability to implement instructional interventions and assess their effectiveness.
• Participate in Crisis Prevention Intervention training.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological assessments and participate in IEP conferences.
• Provide therapy per IEP requirements.
• Lead crisis intervention efforts.

Skills

Knowledge of assessment methods

Understanding of learning processes

Behavioral mental health knowledge

Crisis Prevention Intervention training

Education

Master's or Doctoral degree in Psychology

Job description

School Psychologist - Grant Elementary 2026-2027 (JobID: 1727)

Bellwood School District 88

Date Posted: 6/8/2026

Location: Bellwood School District 88 (High‑Needs School)

Date Available: 08/12/2026

Equal Opportunity Employer

Notice of Vacancy

Reports to: Principal and Director of Special Education

FLSA: Non Exempt

Terms of Employment: School Year

Salary Range: $47,000 - $61,750

Benefits: Sick and Personal Days

Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Summary: The School Psychologist is directly responsible for the psychological assessment of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral domains utilizing problem‑solving and standardized evaluations. The School Psychologist monitors the completion of case study evaluations and participates in Individual Education Plan (IEP) conferences and problem‑solving meetings designing systems, programs and services that maximize students’ social, emotional, and educational success. In collaboration with staff, families, students, and communities the school psychologist promotes effective educational environments.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of methods of assessment; systematic processes to collect data, translate assessment results into empirically based decisions about service delivery and evaluate outcomes of services.
• Knowledge of learning processes, appropriate instructional interventions to meet students’ needs, and the ability to implement and assess their effectiveness.
• Knowledge of behavioral mental health, collaborative and/or consultation models and methods and their application.
• Participate in twelve (12) hours of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training and techniques.

General Responsibilities:

• Assume appropriate roles as adult model, behavior manager and educator.
• Assume other duties and special projects as assigned.
• Support NSSEO Policy, NSSEO and Governing Board Goals and Objectives, and The School

Essential Job Functions:

• Conduct psychological assessments and interpret results for students and participate in IEP conferences, team meetings, and problem‑solving meetings.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy per IEP requirements.
• Monitor completion of case study evaluations and participate in IEP conferences and problem‑solving meetings.
• Lead crisis intervention efforts and provide insight into development of functional assessments and behavior intervention plans.
• Integrate psychological services into the classroom environment as appropriate.
• Provide assistance to staff in the design and implementation of appropriate interventions and accommodation for students.
• Evaluate and/or translate research into practice and understand research design and statistics to plan and conduct investigations and program evaluations for improvement of services.
• Contribute to program development that furthers the integration of social, coping, and problem solving in the classroom.
• Provide support services to parents/guardians as needed.
• Coordinate and/or collaborate with a range of individuals/agencies to promote and provide comprehensive services to students and families.
• Provide and/or assist in professional development for staff, parents, and/or community.
• Participate in professional growth activities on a yearly basis including recertification for CPI, workshops, in‑services, professional reading materials, and/or other available offerings at NSSEO.
• Proficiently use technology to communicate, compile reports, and collect data.
• Participate in building or program activities and meetings as appropriate.

EEO Statement: Bellwood School District 88 is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Postings current as of 6/19/2026 8:50:50 AM CST.