Duties
Fremont School District 79 is seeking a School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year.
REPORTS TO: Building Level Administration and Executive Director of Student Services
POSITION SUMMARY:
The School Psychologist assesses, diagnoses, and collaboratively develops intervention plans for students exhibiting academic challenges and/or social-emotional and behavioral concerns, fostering their success within the educational environment.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Consultation
- Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to develop effective solutions for academic, behavioral, and social challenges
- Support school staff in understanding child development and its impact on learning and behavior
- Strengthen partnerships between schools, families, and community service providers
Evaluation
- Conduct comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations to determine eligibility for special education and related services
- Assess students' cognitive, academic, social-emotional, and behavioral functioning
- Observe and evaluate learning environments to identify potential barriers to student success
- Conduct Functional Behavioral Assessments (FBAs) and assist in writing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) in accordance with Illinois regulations
Intervention
- Provide individual and group counseling to support students' mental health and school adjustment
- Develop and implement evidence-based interventions for academic and behavioral concerns
- Offer training in social skills, conflict resolution, and emotional regulation
- Support families and school staff during crises (e.g., loss, trauma, major life events)
Prevention
- Assist in leading data review and Collaborative Study Team (CST) meetings
- Design and implement programs to support students at risk of academic failure
- Promote equity, inclusivity, and a positive school climate through targeted initiatives
- Collaborate with staff and external agencies to support student well-being
- Build strong partnerships with families to foster healthy and supportive learning environments
- Conduct risk and threat assessments as a member of the building safety team
Research and Planning
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of academic and behavioral interventions
- Identify and recommend research-based practices to improve instructional and support services
- Contribute to data-informed decision-making processes at both the student and system levels
- Serve as the primary manager of the building-level IEP schedule, ensuring strict adherence to state and federal compliance timelines. This includes forecasting annual review and re-evaluation due dates, coordinating multidisciplinary team availability, and maintaining a master calendar to ensure all meetings are convened before legal expiration.
Other Duties
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director of Student Services or the Building Administration