Onward Search Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're currently seeking a School Psychologist for an in-person opportunity in Lake County, IL for the 2025–2026 school year.

This position offers the opportunity to support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth within a collaborative, student-centered environment.

Position Details:

Role: School Psychologist
Location: Lake County, IL
Duration: August 2025 – May 2026
Schedule: Monday to Friday, school hours
Setting: On-site, in-person
Age Group: High School

Responsibilities:

• Conduct evaluations and re-evaluations, including cognitive, academic, and social-emotional assessments.

• Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate on behavior intervention plans.

• Consult with teachers, staff, and families to support student success.

• Provide individual and group counseling as needed.

• Support MTSS/RTI processes and data-driven interventions.

Qualifications:

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in School Psychology.

• Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Psychologist endorsement.

• Experience working with high school populations is strongly preferred.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.

• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.

• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.

• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.

• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply: If you’re passionate about creating positive change and supporting students’ success, this is the opportunity for you! Work alongside a dedicated team of educators and support staff, helping students reach their full potential.

Ready to join us? Apply today – we can’t wait to hear from you!

• • Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.

• • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

• • Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.

• • Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full-time temporary assignments.

• • Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.

• • Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing, and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.