School Psychologist

Onward Search Education is partnering with a school district in Lake County, Illinois to hire a School Psychologist for the 2026–2027 school year. This is an on-site role supporting a PreK Psych need. The School Psychologist will help bridge mental health and education by conducting evaluations, supporting IEP/504 processes, and partnering with families and school teams to ensure students receive the services and interventions they need to thrive.

• Location:
  
  On-site — Lake County, IL
• Setting:
  School-based, PreK focus
• Pay: $58 - $62/ hour
• Schedule/
  
  Hours:
  
  32 hours per week
• School Year: 2026–2027

• Conduct psycho educational assessments and evaluations to determine student strengths/needs and eligibility for services.
• Interpret assessment results and develop clear, actionable recommendations for supports and interventions.
• Participate in and support IEP and 504 processes, including documentation and team collaboration.
• Provide consultation to educators and school teams on behavior supports, classroom strategies, and interventions.
• Support student social-emotional needs through counseling, problem-solving, and/or targeted interventions as appropriate.
• Collaborate with families, staff, and multidisciplinary teams to promote equitable access to services and student success.

• Active Illinois School Psychologist license (required).
• Master’s, Specialist (Ed.S.), or Doctoral degree in School Psychology (or equivalent).
• Experience working in school settings (PreK experience strongly preferred).
• Strong skills in standardized assessment, report writing, and eligibility determination.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and school teams.

• Competitive compensation (details to be confirmed based on district specifics)
• Medical, dental, and vision options (where eligible)
• Access to a dedicated recruiting/support team
• Streamlined onboarding and responsive communication
• Opportunities to work with mission-driven school partners

At Onward Search Education, we connect passionate professionals with schools where they can make a meaningful impact. If you’re driven to support early learners through thoughtful assessment, collaborative problem-solving, and student-centered services, this role offers the chance to do work that truly matters—every day.