School Psychologist - Palatine, Illinois
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Job Description
Step into a rewarding contract opportunity supporting students and educators as a School Psychologist. In this pivotal role, you'll provide essential psychological services within a dynamic academic environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to help students unlock their fullest potential.
Key Qualifications and Experience:
- Valid certification or licensure as a School Psychologist
- Master's degree or higher in School Psychology or a related field
- Prior experience working within K-12 educational settings is highly desirable
- Strong understanding of educational testing, IEP development, and special education processes
- Exceptional communication, consultation, and collaboration skills with students, staff, and families
- Ability to adapt strategies to meet diverse student needs and work effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
Primary Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments to evaluate students academic, social, emotional, and behavioral functioning
- Participate actively in IEP meetings, problem-solving teams, and student support interventions
- Consult with teachers, parents, and administrators to develop effective strategies and interventions supporting student learning and well-being
- Provide crisis intervention, counseling, and behavioral support as needed
- Assist in the development and implementation of positive behavioral support plans and school-wide initiatives
- Stay current with best practices in school psychology and contribute to a nurturing, inclusive school climate
Benefits and Perks:
- Gain valuable experience working within an engaged and supportive educational community
- Flexible contract arrangements to fit your needs
- Opportunities for professional growth and networking with educational professionals
Make a meaningful difference every day while expanding your professional skills. Transform lives and be an integral part of student successapply today to discover how your expertise as a School Psychologist can shine in this contract role!
Compensation for this position ranges from $40.00 to $60.00. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
Sunbelt is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. No question on the website is used for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment on any basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
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