School Psychologist

SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST: 2026–27 SCHOOL YEAR
Chicago, IL · On-site
Full Time · W-2 Contract · SchoolHouse

PAY SCALE
$60.00–$105.00 per hour, depending on experience (DOE). Your rate within this range depends on licensure, endorsements, relevant experience, and assignment requirements. Pay is weekly. This range is what SchoolHouse reasonably expects in good faith to pay for this assignment at the time of posting.

BENEFITS AND OTHER COMPENSATION

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible employees.
• Paid holidays per company policy after the eligibility period.
• Paid leave and paid sick and safe leave accrued under the Chicago Paid Leave and Paid Sick and Safe Leave Ordinance.
• Workers’ compensation coverage and employer-paid payroll taxes.
• Dedicated recruiter and HR support throughout the assignment.

Eligibility and plan terms are governed by the applicable plan documents and company policy.

SCHEDULE
Monday–Friday, full-time school-day schedule, on-site in Chicago. The assignment is scheduled for the Second Half of the 2026–27 school year. Start date and duration depend on district needs and the terms of the client agreement, and are not guaranteed.

ABOUT THE ROLE
SchoolHouse partners with school districts across the Chicago area to place school-based mental health and special education professionals. In this role you will:

• Conduct psychoeducational evaluations and re-evaluations, and interpret standardized assessments to determine eligibility and inform IEPs.
• Write clear, defensible evaluation reports within IDEA and Illinois timelines.
• Participate in IEP and eligibility meetings, presenting findings and recommendations.
• Design and support evidence-based academic, behavioral, and social-emotional interventions within an MTSS framework.
• Provide individual and group counseling as a related service.
• Support crisis response according to district protocols.
• Consult with teachers, families, administrators, and related service providers.
• Maintain accurate, confidential documentation in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.

You will work under site-level direction from the district’s special education leadership.

REQUIREMENTS

• A valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Psychologist endorsement, or eligibility to obtain one before the start date.
• Completion of a specialist-level or doctoral program in school psychology.
• Ability to pass a background check and meet all district onboarding and health requirements.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

PREFERRED

• Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP).
• 2+ years of K–12 school psychology experience. New graduates and recent interns are encouraged to apply.
• Familiarity with Illinois special education rules and IEP processes.

EMPLOYER OF RECORD
The selected candidate will be a W-2 employee of SchoolHouse, assigned to perform services at the client school site under site-level direction and supervision. SchoolHouse handles payroll, payroll taxes, workers’ compensation, benefits administration, and employment documentation.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
SchoolHouse is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, military or veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, order of protection status, arrest or conviction record as permitted by law, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Reasonable accommodations are available on request.
This posting describes an anticipated assignment. Applying or speaking with a recruiter does not create an offer of employment, an employment contract, or a guarantee of placement, hours, assignment length, or a specific rate of pay. Any offer is contingent on district approval, successful background screening, and all credentialing and onboarding requirements.

TO APPLY
Submit your resume and Illinois license information, and a SchoolHouse recruiter will contact you

Pay: $57.25 - $99.75 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Professional Educator License W/ Psych Endorsement (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Romeoville, IL 60446: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person