School Psychologist — 20262027 School Year (Full‑Time, Onsite) — Kankakee, Illinois

Contract Position | Full‑Time Onsite |

Weekly Pay:

$2100-$2300 (DOE)About the Role We're partnering with a district in Kankakee, Illinois to bring on a full‑time School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year . This role is ideal for a practitioner who thrives in structured evaluation environments, collaborates well with multidisciplinary teams, and maintains high standards for compliance, documentation, and student support. If you're committed to high‑quality assessment practices and want to make a meaningful impact across a diverse student population, this is a strong fit. Key Responsibilities Conduct psychoeducational evaluations across assigned grade levels Interpret assessment data and produce clear, compliant evaluation reports Participate in eligibility meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions Support

MTSS/RTI

processes as needed Maintain accurate documentation aligned with Illinois state and district requirements Manage timelines to ensure evaluations and reports are completed promptly Provide professional expertise that supports student success and data‑driven decision‑making Qualifications (Illinois‑Specific Requirements) To work as a School Psychologist on an agency contract in Illinois, candidates must hold: Master's or Specialist degree in School Psychology (or higher) Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Psychologist endorsement ISBE‑approved internship completion (or equivalent experience) Strong understanding of Illinois evaluation procedures, timelines, and compliance Experience with psychoeducational assessment, report writing, and eligibility processes Excellent communication, organization, and time‑management skills Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced, structured environment Preferred but not required: Experience supporting

MTSS/RTI

frameworks Familiarity with diverse assessment tools and culturally responsive practices

Role Details Schedule:

Monday-Friday, full‑time school hours

Work Setting:

100% onsite

Contract Length:

Full 2026-2027 school year

Location:

Kankakee, Illinois Compensation:

$2100-$2300 weekly (based on experience)

Caseload:

Assigned by district; may include evaluations, MTSS support, and team collaboration

Start Date:

August 2026 About Us We love this work deeply. We've seen how the right school‑based professional can change a student's trajectory, strengthen care teams, and create measurable impact across a district. Every placement represents something bigger than filling a role. Empower is built to be a trusted, relationship‑first staffing partner — not a commodity vendor. We value collaboration, accountability, and meaningful work. We're growing intentionally and partnering with professionals who take pride in doing great work.

Pay:

$2,100.00 - $2,300.00 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Relocation assistance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person