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Duties

  • Plans and conducts school based psychological evaluations using a variety of tools and methods for specifi c referral questions; including but not limited to formal and informal methods, Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA), Multi-Tier Systems of Support (MTSS), writing reports, developing recommendations, providing resources, and providing feedback to parents and consultation to school staff.
  • Conducts needed evaluations during the summer, such as elementary gifted evaluations and special education eligibility evaluations. This includes attending required meetings related to the evaluation. Employment during summer months will be compensated at the rate established by District policy and applicable collective bargaining agreement (currently the individual school psychologist's per diem rate).
  • Participates as a member of student-centered teams such as intervention planning, Individualized Education Program (IEP) planning, evaluation of interventions, pre-referral processes, FBA, Manifestation Determinations, etc. Provides necessary documentation for each process.
  • Consults with teachers and administrators regarding evidence based/scientifi cally validated interventions, intervention progress monitoring, special education eligibility, mental health disorders, program evaluation, and other psychological services.
  • Counsels students and provides skills training individually and in groups using scientifi cally validated approaches.
  • Provides crisis intervention and serves on student assistance/emergency response/threat assessment teams as requested.
  • Maintains up to date, best practice professional skills through reading current literature, attending required trainings and actively participating in professional development.
  • Completes all records, reports and assignments promptly, accurately, and efficiently.
  • Maintains a professional demeanor and appearance that adheres to organizational expectations and facilitates positive relationships with others.
  • Performs duties across the District and supports colleagues across buildings and grade levels.
  • Performs all duties in accordance with regulations, policies, locally adopted procedures, and ethical codes of conduct.
  • Participates on school and school district committees.
  • Provides training and resources on a wide variety of psychological topics including child, family, parent, and educational issues.
  • Serves as LEA for IEP meetings and supervises certain aspects of special education programming.
  • Performs other duties, as necessary, to provide school psychology services as assigned by the Superintendent.

Qualifications

Type 73 certificate from State of Illinois or approval and ability to be certified in the State of Illinois, Masters Degree from NCATE program/field of school psychology, Required internship

Salary/Benefits

Salary to be determined by the Board of Education; competitive to area schools and starting at $80,000.00.

We offer competitive compensation packages, including benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, professional development opportunities, and more. Join our team of dedicated professionals who are committed to supporting the academic success and well-being of all students.

Additional Notes

Terms of Employment: School Year Calendar, Potential for 10 extra days as deemed necessary paid at per diem rate.

Basic Function: The School Psychologist provides a full range of school psychological services to students grades PK-12 at Durand CUSD #322 as well as Dolan Education Center, including assessment and intervention planning, consultation and counseling, program development and systems support. The School Psychologist also functions as a member of the multidisciplinary team to determine the student’s eligibility for special services, appropriate programming, and on-going evaluation and systems support. The School Psychologist works directly with students, faculty, parents, administration, and the community at large. The School Psychologist delivers services and implements all procedures in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and school policies and procedures. The School Psychologist utilizes practices that are evidence based or scientifically validated.

How to Apply

Please email dbuss@cusd322.org or mail your resume with your letter of interest and three letters of recommendation to District Office Durand CUSD #322, 200 W. South St. Durand, IL 61024.

Email Address

dbuss@cusd322.org

School District

https://www.durandbulldogs.com/en-US

Position Website

https://www.durandbulldogs.com/en-US

City Website

https://www.durandbulldogs.com/en-US

ILearn Link

ILearn

Report Card Link

Illinois Report Card

Job Posting Date

2/4/2025

Start Date

8/1/2025