School Psychologist - Full Time

Position Type: Student Support Services/PsychologistDate Posted: 3/17/2026Location: Harrison SchoolDate Available: 2026-2027 School YearClosing Date: Until FilledDistrict: Harrison School District #36Position Title: School Psychologist Job Description: Harrison School District 36 is seeking a full-time School Psychologist. QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree with valid Illinois PEL and approved program/endorsement for School PsychologistComplete required forms and report findings at the Eligibility Review meetingAbility to lead the discussion to determine eligibility for Special Education and Related ServicesMaintain accurate documentationAbility to work as a team memberPrevious experience with elementary age and middle school students is preferredPERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Knowledge and experience of federal and state rules and regulations related to special education services including IDEA, 504 and Child Find activities.Apply ethics and standards of professional practice in the delivery of school psychological services and observe relevant laws and policies that govern practice.Use assessment data about the student and his/her environment in developing appropriate interventions.Seek and participate in professional associations and learning opportunities for continual improvement.Identify and assess the learning, development and adjustment characteristics and needs of individuals and groups, as well as the environmental factors that affect learning.Report test data and observations for students who have been referred to assist the IEP team in identifying various disabilities along with helping to determine the need for special education services.Coordinate IEP team meetings by serving as the LEA representative, when needed. This responsibility may involve scheduling meetings with teachers, specialists and parents, facilitating the communication at the meetings and completing mandated procedures.Collaborate/consult with individual teachers regarding learning or behavioral concerns about students. Assist the teacher in establishing behavioral management programs and/or classroom structures to accommodate the learning needs of students.Serve as a member of the Student Support Team to review building level data and problem solve through a Multi-Tiered System of Support.Lead student team in completion of Functional Behavior Assessment and development of Behavior Intervention Plan.Provide direct individual and group counseling services to students who are experiencing academic, social, emotional or behavioral adjustment problems.Communicate effectively with students, parents and school staff.Other responsibilities related to the position as assigned by the building Principal and Director of Student Services. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees assigned to this position and is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Application InformationYou must complete the entire online application to be considered for a position.Please also provide complete reference information for each reference including name, address, phone and email address.Equal Employment Opportunity.Aligned with the mission of the Illinois Public Schools is the commitment to educational equity for all students, staff, and patrons of the school system. In all places and in all activities of the Illinois Public Schools, it is expected that every individual will be treated in a fair and equitable manner. All conduct will reflect a belief in the dignity and value of each person regardless of the individual's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizenship status, or economic status.Other InformationReports to: Building PrincipalWork Schedule: Full Time = 183 Day ContractDate Position(s) Available: 2026-2027 School YearSalary: Full time salary $80,000 + 4.5% TRS contribution; Medical, Dental & Vision benefits; Life Insurance

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