School Psychologist Job at Ampersand Therapy, Vernon Hills, IL

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  • Ampersand Therapy
  • Vernon Hills, IL

Job Description

School Psychologist – 2025–2026 School Year – In‑Person (Full-Time or Part-Time)
Ampersand Therapy is hiring School Psychologists for the 2025–2026 school year! We’re a therapist- and women-founded company that began in Washington state and is now also proudly local to Illinois. Our mission is simple: create a better, more supportive employment experience for school-based providers.

Whether you’re a seasoned school psychologist or new to the field, you’ll find strong mentorship, flexible options, and a team that truly understands the realities of working in schools.

Job Details

  • Start Date: August 2025
  • Schedule: Full-Time or Part-Time
  • Setting: In-Person (Hybrid not available at this time)-Prioritizing a K-8th grade position!
  • Primary Duties:
  • Student evaluations
  • IEP reports and meeting participation
  • Progress monitoring and documentation
  • School-based collaboration and team support

What You’ll Need

  • Master’s degree in School Psychology (or equivalent)
  • Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Psychologist endorsement
  • NASP certification a plus
  • Strong skills in assessments, IEP development, collaboration, and communication

Benefits & Perks  (for 0.7 FTE and higher)

  • Paid sick leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Reimbursements for licensure, CEUs, and professional fees
  • Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate
  • W-2 employment
  • General & professional liability insurance
  • Paid volunteer time and charity donation matching
  • No non-compete clauses
  • Referral bonuses

Why Choose Ampersand Therapy?

We’re not your typical staffing agency. Ampersand Therapy was founded by therapists who worked in both school districts and contract roles. We created the company we always wished existed—where providers feel seen, supported, and valued.

What makes us different:

  • Therapist-founded & operated – We truly  get the job
  • Small & responsive team – No corporate runaround
  • Mentorship & real support – From professionals who’ve been in your shoes
  • We walk the walk – Many of us still work in schools too!

Our Core Values

Equity & Inclusion
We believe diversity is strength. We actively support anti-racism, equity training, and donate to organizations like  The Conscious Kid .

Community Engagement
We give back—volunteering and supporting nonprofits like  Special Olympics Project Canine , and  The Moth . We also support what’s important to  you .

Environmental Sustainability
We’re committed to reducing waste, going digital, and maintaining a  carbon-negative company footprint.

An Inclusive Workplace

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diverse identities and perspectives across race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, and more. If you're passionate about supporting students, you belong here.

Apply Today

Join a mission-driven team that supports your impact in schools. Whether you’re local to Illinois or moving here soon, we’d love to hear from you.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Part time, Local area, Flexible hours,

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