School Psychologist

Schaumburg Community Consolidated School District 54•Schaumburg, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The School Psychologist will provide comprehensive psychological services to students, including assessment, consultation, and direct intervention. They will collaborate with staff, parents, and community agencies to support student success and contribute to a positive learning environment. Additionally, they will actively participate in the Child Study Team, 504 plan development and case management, and engage in data-driven decision-making to promote effective interventions.

Requirements

Illinois Professional Educator License with School Psychologist Endorsement
Master’s degree with a major in psychology or school psychology

Responsibilities

Attend and actively participate on the Child Study Team in each building to help in planning for children with unique needs.
Participate in a professional community and engage in professional development activities.
504 case management
Maintain caseload for counseling services
Serve on school and/or district committees
Other responsibilities as assigned by building or district administration.
Screen and evaluate a child's needs, strengths and weaknesses via observation, interviews, tests, etc.
Support parents and guide staff through the evaluation and IEP process.
504 evaluation, plan development, and case management
Conduct functional behavioral assessments to determine necessary behavior supports which may or may not include a formalized behavior intervention plan.
Provide consultation and training to teachers, parents, and other school staff on topics such as behavior management, classroom interventions, and crisis interventions.
Consult with administrators regarding needed educational programs for children with special needs.
Provide educationally relevant direct services to selected students
Provide resources relevant to specific crisis interventions
Facilitate Multi Tiered Systems of Support process
Utilize data to inform decision making and evaluate the effectiveness of interventions
Monitor student progress and adjust interventions as needed.
Meet federal and state timelines and mandates as well as local policies in performance of their duties.
Activities may include Individualized Education Program (IEP) development, Medicaid billing, report writing, service logs, and treatment plan/therapy log development.
Collaborate with parents to provide support and additional resources
Collaborate with community agencies to provide support and additional resources