Onward Search Education is partnering with a school district in *Lake County, Illinois* to hire a *School Psychologist* for the *2026-2027 school year*. This is an *on-site* role supporting a *PreK Psych* need. The School Psychologist will help bridge mental health and education by conducting evaluations, supporting IEP/504 processes, and partnering with families and school teams to ensure students receive the services and interventions they need to thrive. *Position Details:* * *Location:* On-site -- Lake County, IL * *Setting:* School-based, PreK focus * *Pay:* $58 - $62/ hour * *Schedule/Hours:* 32 hours per week * *School Year:* 2026-2027 *Responsibilities:* * Conduct psychoeducational assessments and evaluations to determine student strengths/needs and eligibility for services. * Interpret assessment results and develop clear, actionable recommendations for supports and interventions. * Participate in and support IEP and 504 processes, including documentation and team collaboration. * Provide consultation to educators and school teams on behavior supports, classroom strategies, and interventions. * Support student social-emotional needs through counseling, problem-solving, and/or targeted interventions as appropriate. * Collaborate with families, staff, and multidisciplinary teams to promote equitable access to services and student success. *Qualifications:* * *Active Illinois School Psychologist license* (required). * Master's, Specialist (Ed.S.), or Doctoral degree in School Psychology (or equivalent). * Experience working in school settings (PreK experience strongly preferred). * Strong skills in standardized assessment, report writing, and eligibility determination. * Excellent communication and collaboration skills with students, families, and school teams. *What We Offer:* * Competitive compensation (details to be confirmed based on district specifics) * Medical, dental, and vision options (where eligible) * Access to a dedicated recruiting/support team * Streamlined onboarding and responsive communication * Opportunities to work with mission-driven school partners *Why Apply?* At Onward Search Education, we connect passionate professionals with schools where they can make a meaningful impact. If you're driven to support early learners through thoughtful assessment, collaborative problem-solving, and student-centered services, this role offers the chance to do work that truly matters--every day. *Ready to join us?* Apply today - we can't wait to hear from you! Employer Details: * * 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.