Fremont School District 79 is seeking a School Psychologist for the 2025-2026 school year.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal/Executive Director of Student Services

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Psychologist endorsement
• Completion of a Specialist-level degree program in School Psychology (minimum of 60 graduate credit hours)

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

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

• 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

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

Other Duties

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Director of Student Services or the Building Principal
• BENEFITS INFORMATION:
• Full benefits package/see fsd79.org for benefits details or copy and paste link in your browser: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1d020Lh6PaVltaK2xSG8d8mWGv8lve1TWUi6OB3BK7kA/edit?tab=t.0#heading=h.l1lzw9613gn
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $47,603.00 - $94,907.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person