School Psychologist

Naperville School District 203 • Naperville, IL

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About The Position

The School Psychologist position at Naperville Community Unit School District 203 is designed to assess and support the intellectual, emotional, and social development of students. This role involves collaborating with school staff, parents, and community agencies to develop strategies and interventions for students with special education needs, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.

Requirements

• Current IL Professional Educator License with appropriate endorsements.
• Experience in administering psychological assessments and interpreting results.
• Strong communication skills for collaboration with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to develop and implement behavior intervention plans.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with special education students.
• Knowledge of community resources and mental health services.
• Familiarity with crisis intervention techniques.

Responsibilities

• Administers standardized and supplemental assessments to measure students' development and determine eligibility for services.
• Assesses students' functional capabilities and environments to develop recommendations and placements.
• Chairs the Child Study Team to facilitate discussions and decisions regarding student needs.
• Collaborates with staff to prevent and manage crises and other situations affecting students.
• Communicates with students, parents, and staff to evaluate situations and resolve conflicts.
• Compiles information from various sources to produce comprehensive evaluation reports.
• Consults with teachers, parents, and outside professionals to develop service plans and recommendations.
• Coordinates with community agencies to determine appropriate treatments for students.
• Counsels students and parents to enhance student success in school.
• Develops behavior intervention plans and curriculum modifications for treatment programs.
• Facilitates meetings to ensure compliance with curriculum guidelines and state mandates.
• Implements and evaluates school-wide programs to assist children with difficulties.
• Interprets data to assist school teams in decision-making processes.
• Intervenes in inappropriate student behavior to help develop interpersonal skills.
• Participates in meetings, workshops, and seminars to gather and convey information.
• Prepares a variety of written materials to document activities and convey information.
• Researches resources and methods to address students' functional goals.
• Supervises interns and practicum students to monitor performance and support professional growth.

Benefits

• Eligible for medical insurance as per NUEA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed