2025-2026 School Psychologist

Job Description

Job Description

Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We are currently hiring a School Psychologist in DuPage County, IL for the 2025–2026 school year.

This is a meaningful opportunity to support K–5 students by providing psychological services that promote academic, social, and emotional success. You'll work alongside a collaborative team to evaluate student needs, contribute to IEP development, and help create supportive learning environments.

Position Details:

• Position: School Psychologist

• Location: West Chicago, IL

• Duration: August 21, 2025 – June 4, 2026

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM

• Weekly Hours: 35 guaranteed

• Student Grade Level: K–5

Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychological assessments and evaluations.

• Participate in IEP meetings and eligibility determinations.

• Collaborate with educators, administrators, and families.

• Provide consultation on academic and behavioral interventions.

• Support crisis intervention and trauma-informed care.

• Maintain accurate documentation in compliance with state and district guidelines.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or Specialist-level degree in School Psychology.

• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Psychologist endorsement – Required.

• Experience working in K–5 educational settings.

• Strong skills in assessment, consultation, and team collaboration.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.

• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.

• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.

• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.

• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply? If you’re passionate about creating positive change and supporting students’ success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Ready to join us? Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!

Employer Details:

• • Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.

• • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

• • Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.

• • Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.

• • Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

• • Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.