School Psychologist — IEP-Driven Student Support & Counseling

Cambridge Lakes Charter School; Hampshire Township (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

TRS eligible

Job summary

Cambridge Lakes Charter School in Hampshire Township, IL seeks a licensed school psychologist to conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations and interpret results to guide IEPs and interventions. You will work with students, families, and school staff to ensure evidence-based supports.

The role involves counseling, crisis intervention, MDT participation, staff training, and maintaining confidential records with adherence to ethical standards.

Qualifications

• Masters or doctoral degree in school psychology from an accredited program.
• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Psychologist endorsement.
• Experience conducting psychoeducational assessments and interpreting assessment data.
• Strong knowledge of IDEA and special education laws.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration with students, parents, teachers, and admins.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced school.
• Proficiency with assessment tools, data management systems, and technology.
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations of cognitive, academic, and socio-emotional functioning.
• Interpret assessment results to inform IEPs and intervention strategies.
• Provide counseling and crisis intervention services to students.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents to develop and implement behavior intervention plans (BIPs).
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to review progress and recommend services.
• Consult with teachers on classroom management and evidence-based interventions.
• Provide staff training on mental health, behavior management, and crisis prevention.
• Serve as a resource on child development, learning disabilities, and mental health.
• Maintain confidential records of assessments and counseling sessions in compliance with laws and ethics.
• Stay informed about current research and best practices in school psychology.
• Collaborates with educational professionals regarding student needs.
• Provides consultation to classroom teachers on instructional adaptations.
• Performs other comparable duties as assigned.

Skills

School psychology degree

Illinois PEL license

Psychoeducational assessments

IDEA knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Diversity, equity & inclusion

Team collaboration

Assessment tools

Confidentiality & ethics

Education

Master's or doctoral degree in school psychology

Tools

Assessment tools

Data management systems

Job description

Cambridge Lakes Charter School in Hampshire Township, IL seeks a licensed school psychologist to conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations and interpret results to guide IEPs and interventions. You will work with students, families, and school staff to ensure evidence-based supports.

The role involves counseling, crisis intervention, MDT participation, staff training, and maintaining confidential records with adherence to ethical standards.