School Psychologist (Transition Program) | Full-Time or Part-Time | Palatine, IL

at Amergis in Mount Prospect, Illinois, United States Job Description School Psychologist (Transition Program)

Location:

Palatine, IL School Year:

2026-2027

Start Date:

August 2026

Contract Length:

43 weeks We are seeking a School Psychologist for a school-based position in Palatine, IL , supporting students in a high school and transition-age program (ages 18-22) . This role offers flexibility for part-time or full-time schedules , with final caseload determined based on availability and interview discussion. The School Psychologist will provide psychological services, participate in evaluations, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support student transition and post-secondary readiness. Position Details +

Modality:

In-person only +

Hours:

+

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday:

8:00 AM - 2:45 PM +

Tuesday:

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM +

Paid Hours:

Approximately 32.5 per week +

Break:

30-minute unpaid break daily +

Contract Length:

43 weeks (through end of 2027 school year) +

Caseload:

Approximately 35-40 students if full-time (adjusted for part-time roles) +

Setting:

High school and transition program (ages 18-22) +

Interview Process:

In-person interview Responsibilities + Conduct psychoeducational evaluations and assessments + Support eligibility determination for special education services + Participate in IEP meetings and transition planning + Collaborate with educators, related service providers, and families + Provide consultation and behavioral/mental health support as needed + Maintain accurate documentation and compliance with state requirements Requirements + Active Illinois PEL with School Psychologist endorsement (through age 22 required) + School-based psychology experience preferred + Experience with transition-age students preferred + Ability to meet all federal, state, and local requirements Employment Details + W-2 position through Amergis + Full onboarding and compliance support provided + Commitment to completing the full assignment is required For more information or to apply, please contact:

Cyrus Vess National Recruitment Manager Amergis Email:

davess@amergis.com

Phone:

813-371-5185 Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs •Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category:

Education Job Function:

Education | Psychologist |

Psychologist School Job Type:

Contract -

Full Time Setting:

Schools Position Type:

Healthcare Office Number:

0680

Contract Duration:

43

Pay Rate:

$2275 /

Week Date Posted:

2026-04-22T13:39:35 To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account