School Psychologist Intern

Lake Forest School Districts 67 & 115; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Forest School District 67 is looking for a full-time School Psychologist Intern for the 2026-2027 school year. The position offers a stipend of $20,000 and includes various responsibilities such as standardized assessments, IEP facilitation, and student counseling.

The ideal candidate should have endorsement from a NASP-approved program and possess strong consultation and organizational skills. The role emphasizes working well with others and developing independence in practice.

Qualifications

• Endorsement verified through ISBE form 73‑44.
• Ideal candidates will possess strong interpersonal and consultation skills.
• Organizational skills are essential for multi-tasking responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Participate in problem-solving teams.
• Conduct standardized assessments and report writing.
• Facilitate IEP meetings and maintain compliance.
• Provide therapeutic interventions and support to students.
• Consult with teachers and parents for academic support.

Skills

Ability to work well with others

Mastery of school psychology coursework

Developing consultation skills

Organizational and time management skills

Awareness of own limitations and seeking guidance

Independence in work

Mutual fit with District 67

Education

Endorsement from a NASP and CAEP approved university program

Job description

Lake Forest School District 67 is seeking a full-time School Psychologist Intern for the 2026‑2027 school year.

Description

Lake Forest School District 67 school psychology internship offers tremendous breadth and depth of experiences. Interns will work within a multi‑tiered system of support to perform a variety of duties in preparation for independent, professional practice. The internship is 5 school days a week from the start of the school year until the end of the school year. The internship provides a $20,000 stipend. Depending on the intern's training needs and interests, more focus may be given to a particular level of support, or type of service.

Duties include, but are not limited to the following:

• Member of problem‑solving teams
• Standardized assessment (cognitive, academic, and social‑emotional initial and re‑evaluations)
• Curriculum‑based assessment
• Report writing and preparation/completion of IEP paperwork
• Complete case study evaluations and facilitate eligibility determinations
• Facilitate IEP domain meetings and maintain compliance for (re)‑evaluations
• Provide therapeutic intervention/counseling for students with social/emotional/behavioral needs
• Social skills intervention/training (using social cognitive or behavioral methods based on students’ abilities)
• Academic support (consultation to develop interventions and monitor effectiveness)
• Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) development
• Teacher/parent consultation
• Progress monitoring
• 504 Plan eligibility and development
• Various data management and research opportunities

Qualifications

• Endorsement from a NASP and CAEP approved university program (Verified through ISBE form 73‑44 “Notification of School Service Personnel Intern Eligibility Status”).
• Ideal candidates will possess the following qualities:
  • Ability to work well with others
  • Demonstrate mastery of school psychology coursework
  • Developing consultation skills for conferencing with teachers, parents, and students
  • Possess the organization and time management skills needed to handle multiple responsibilities
  • Aware of own limitations and seeks guidance when needed
  • Comfortable working independently once an activity has been adequately explained/supervised
  • Mutual fit between intern and District 67

Stipend

$20,000.00

Benefits

Not Benefit Eligible

Application Procedure

Interested candidates must apply online. Click here to access the online application.

Questions about the position should email Molly Escobar at [e-mail]

To learn more about Lake Forest School District 67, visit our website at www.lakeforestschools.org.

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