School Psychologist

Prairie Crossing Charter School (PCCS) is currently accepting applications for a School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year. PCCS's team culture is one that CARES. We seek to bring on a talented individual who is collaborative, aware, respectful, empowering, and sustainable. This position works collaboratively with staff, students, and families to cultivate a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment to support the school's unique mission of fostering academic excellence, social-emotional growth, personal responsibility, and environmental stewardship.

Benefits of Joining the PCCS Team

Education for Sustainability

This is what makes PCCS successful. Along with meeting and exceeding the Common Core and Next Generation Science Standards, PCCS seeks to meet and exceed Education for Sustainability (EfS) Benchmarks for Individual and Social Learning in equipping our students to become community-centered and environmentally responsible. It's what our problem, project, and place-based learning approach is all about. We provide children with a personalized education experience, where they learn the value of community and the environment so they can make a positive difference for themselves and their communities

Constant Improvement

PCCS staff have the opportunity to develop their skills through our Institute Days and bi-monthly professional development sessions. Additionally, each staff member works with a mentor and an environmental coach who provide individualized support. Our collaborative environment is rooted in student achievement data and focused on improving instructional practice and student learning. These opportunities allow us to build a vibrant professional learning community where we can sharpen our skills and have fun.

Collaboration

All staff have daily prep time and weekly opportunities to collaborate with our content-area and grade-level teams. We are constantly building a professional learning community where teachers and partners are having the hard conversations and we are pushing each other to get better at our craft.

Exemplary Colleagues

When you decide to join the PCCS team, you are choosing to work with award-winning professionals who strive together to Create Natural Leaders. We believe that children are our best hope to improve the world, and if you do too, we want you to join our team.

Job Description

• Supports students, staff, and families with a focus on mental health, personal growth, and overall well-being
• Completes tailored psychoeducational evaluations for special education services
• Works collaboratively with team members to gather and utilize evaluation data to help inform IEP/504 development, draft behavior intervention plans via the functional behavioral assessment process, and communicate effectively with families to help support their child's growth and development
• Attends and is an active participant in the Student Support Team, MTSS, Team Meetings, and IEP/504 Meetings as appropriate.
• Counsels individuals and leads Social Academic Instructional Groups
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Director of Special Education, Deans, and other central office administrators as designated by the Executive Director

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of current educational pedagogy, trauma-informed and restorative practices, the Illinois SEL standards and components of quality social-emotional teaching practices, the problem-solving and evaluation processes, and applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students
• Skilled in data analysis, collaboration, and consultation practices
• Displays effective and efficient organization and time management skills
• Exhibits strong verbal and written communication skills which are clear, child-focused, inclusive, and respectful
• Engages in self-reflection and self-evaluation with a growth mindset
• Establishes and maintains positive and cooperative working relationships with team members

Education/Experience

• MS or EdS in School Psychology from an accredited college or university is required
• Illinois Professional Educator License is required
• NCSP credential is a plus
• Type 75 license is a plus
• Environmental education background and/or a love for the environment is a plus

Salary and Benefits

Base salary: Starts @ $49,457.38 annually and based upon Collective Bargaining Agreement (depending on experience, education & qualifications).

Benefits Package includes competitive PTO as well as:

1. Health Insurance:
   • Various Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage options are available.
2. Retirement:
   • Participation in the Illinois Teachers' Retirement System (TRS).
   • 403 B Plan
3. Professional Development:
   • Funding for professional development opportunities, including conferences and workshops.
4. Work Schedule and Hours:
   • The position is from mid-August to the first part of June
   • Hours are negotiable; full-time or part-time
   • Hybrid work can be discussed

PCCS is an equal-opportunity employer and fully embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better we will be.