School Psychologist - Retiree

Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is one of the largest school district in the United States, serving over 340,000 students in 600+ schools and employing nearly 40,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. In order to fulfill this mission, we make three commitments to our students, their families, and all Chicagoans: academic progress, financial stability, and integrity. Six core values are embedded within these commitments - student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Office of Students with Disabilities, the school psychologist assists students by screening for early intervention and identification as well as administering diagnostic and curriculum -based assessments as a member of the problem-solving team. Psychologists also provide crisis intervention as well as individual and group intervention services supporting mental health issues for students, school personnel and community/family.

The School Psychologist - Retiree will be held accountable for the following responsibilities:

• Provide screening for early intervention and identification.
• Administer diagnostic and curriculum-based assessments.
• Provide crisis, individual and group interventions as appropriate.
• Conduct professional development/training and workshops for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel.
• Provide consultative services related to school and problem solving in the areas of instruction and social/emotional learning and behavior.
• Assist with the coordination of community referrals, language and culture, etc.

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the School Psychologist - Retiree must possess the following qualifications:

Type of Education Required:

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university, with certification in school psychology.
• Hold a valid Professional Educator License from the State of Illinois with an Endorsement in School Psychology. (Note: Certificate(s) must show a current registration date.)

Type of Experience Required:

• 3-5 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Possess and use critical thinking skills
• Have initiative and follow-through to achieve goals with limited direction
• Be able to write clearly, concisely, and effectively
• Be able to work well under pressure

Conditions of Employment

As a condition of employment with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS), employees are required to:

• Establish/Maintain Chicago Residency - Employees are required to live within the geographic boundaries of the City of Chicago within six months of their CPS hire date and maintain residency throughout their employment with the district.