Anticipated School Psychologist Job Harvard area,Illinois USA,Education / Teaching

Position: (Anticipated) School Psychologist

Harvard Community Unit School District 50 Central Administrative Center - Harvard, Illinois Open in Google Maps

School Psychologist Harvard Community Unit School District 50 Central Administrative Center - Harvard, Illinois Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Harvard Community School District 50

Job Details
Job : 5733373
Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
Re-Posted: May 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 3, 2026

Job Description

Job Title

School Psychologist

Job Summary:

The School Psychologist is directly responsible for the psychological assessment of academic, social, emotional, and behavioral domains utilizing problem-solving and standardized evaluations. The school psychologist monitors the completion of case study evaluations and participates in individual education plan (IEP) conferences and problem-solving meetings, as well as designing systems, programs, and services that maximize students’ social, emotional, and educational success. The school psychologist promotes effective educational environments in collaboration with staff, families, students, and communities.

Qualifications:

Professional Educator License (PEL) or eligible for an appropriate license

Master’s Degree and/or Specialist Degree in School Psychology

Bilingual preferred

Evaluation:

This job's performance will be evaluated per provisions of the Board’s policy on the Evaluation of Staff.

Reports to:

Building Principal

Terms of Employment:

This position is based on a 190-day work schedule, with salary and benefits determined by the Board of Education. Employment terms are subject to the guidelines outlined in the Related Service Agreement.

Compensation and Benefits:

The details of employee compensation and benefits are comprehensively outlined in the Related Service Agreement, a document accessible at the following link: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..cusd
50.org/page/careers. This agreement is a valuable resource for individuals seeking comprehensive information regarding our organization's remuneration and benefits structure.

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Duties and Responsibilities:

Collaborates with teachers, parents, and administrators to develop effective academic and behavioral interventions.

Participates in Team meetings to assist in interpreting and analyzing student data.

Conducts case study evaluations that may include intellectual, academic, and behavioral assessments.

Conducts and assists in Functional Behavior Assessments.

Assists and participates in the development of Behavior Intervention Plans.

Monitors completion of case study evaluations and participates in IEP conferences and problem-solving meetings.

Provides guidance and participates in student benchmarking and progress monitoring activities.

Conducts classroom observations to identify and recommend intervention strategies.

Provides direct social-emotional services such as counseling, social skills training, and crisis intervention.

Participates in a professional learning community with various stakeholders, including but not limited to instructional staff, other school personnel, parents, and a variety of community resources to improve the overall quality of student outcomes, achieving established objectives supporting the school improvement plan.

Participates in various meetings and professional development activities to convey and/or gather information required to perform functions.

Assists with the transition from one grade level to the next.

Coordinates and/or collaborates with various individuals/agencies to promote and provide comprehensive services to students and families.

Performs other duties and responsibilities as determined by the principal or designee or as needs arise.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Must demonstrate knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations applicable to providing occupational therapy services
Knowledge of community agencies and referral resources
Must have excellent planning and organization skills
Must have the ability to work collaboratively with others
Must have strong verbal communication skills
Must model a desire and willingness to learn continually

Physical Demands:

The physical demands of this position include frequent sitting and…