School Psychologist

Zeta Charter Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

Zeta seeks a New York State certified School Psychologist to join its Mount Eden Elementary and Middle School team. The role focuses on crisis support, SEL-based interventions, and collaboration with families and staff to promote student growth and well-being.

The position is based at 1475 Macombs Road, Bronx, NY 10452, with a $3,000 signing bonus for immediate start. Join a mission-driven network expanding PreK-12 education in NYC.

Qualifications

• Certified NYS School Psychologist credential.
• Experience supporting students in crisis.
• Strong knowledge of SEL frameworks and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a thought leader within the school community, partnering with leaders, counselors, teachers, and families to implement high-quality student support systems and SEL.
• Lead and monitor individualized student growth for students needing targeted support in emotion regulation, social perspective-taking, problem-solving, and self-control.
• Design and support implementation of effective SEL programming and coach teachers for strong execution.
• Build trusting relationships with students and families and promote Zeta’s EPIC values (Excellence, Perseverance, Integrity, Community).
• Collaborate with Student Achievement Team and CSE to support students with disabilities and diverse learning needs.
• Participate on RtI Team to design and refine tiered supports using data.
• Conduct comprehensive psycho-educational assessments to inform individualized supports.
• Consult with colleagues on complex cases and engage in ongoing professional learning in SEL and student support.

Skills

School Psychology Certification

Crisis Intervention Experience

SEL Implementation

Education

Master's degree in School Psychology

Ph.D. in School Psychology

Job description

About Zeta:

At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission.

We currently operate multiple elementary and middle schools across the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens, and continue to grow - opening 1–2 new schools each year, because children in every community deserve excellent, equitable education. As part of this organizational expansion, we are also preparing to welcome our first-ever Zeta High School class of 9th graders in the 2026-27 school year, a milestone that marks the next chapter in our mission to provide a world-class, PreK-12 pathway. Join our growing team today and be a change agent for children.

Deliver powerful results

To achieve our vision, we are searching for New York State certified School Psychologists with a Master's degree or a Ph.D. in School Psychology, and a proven record of successfully supporting students in crisis and propelling student growth and achievement. This role is based at Zeta Mount Eden Elementary and Middle School, located at 1475 Macombs Road, Bronx, NY 10452. We are offering a one-time $3,000 signing bonus for candidates who can start immediately.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted thought leader within the school community, partnering with school leaders, counselors, teachers, and families to implement high-quality student support systems and social-emotional learning (SEL).
• Lead and monitor individualized student growth for students who need targeted support in emotion regulation, social perspective-taking, problem-solving, and self-control—collaborating closely with school leadership, network experts, and external consultants.
• Design and support the implementation of effective SEL programming, coaching teachers on strong execution and ensuring consistent, school-wide alignment with Zeta’s SEL framework.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with students and families, and support school-wide efforts to ensure students demonstrate Zeta’s EPIC values—Excellence, Perseverance, Integrity, and Community.
• Collaborate closely with the Student Achievement Team and the Committee on Special Education (CSE) to identify, evaluate, and support students with disabilities and diverse learning needs.
• Play an integral role on the Response to Intervention (RtI) Team, using data to design, implement, and refine tiered academic, behavioral, and social-emotional supports.
• Conduct comprehensive monolingual psycho-educational assessments, ensuring timely, accurate evaluations that inform effective, individualized supports and services.
• Partner regularly with fellow school psychologists and network staff, consulting on complex cases, sharing best practices, and engaging in ongoing professional learning focused on SEL and student support.