School Psychologist

Ithaca City School District; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 56,918 - 119,338; Full time

Job summary

The Ithaca City School District is looking for a dedicated School Psychologist to enhance the social-emotional development of students. The role involves collaborating with educators, parents, and students to provide therapy, advocacy, and crisis support. Candidates should have a commitment to diversity and anti-racist approaches in education.

Required qualifications include New York State Teacher Certification and a Bachelor’s degree. The salary range is $56,918 to $119,338 for a 10-month full-time position.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates awareness of race, class, and disability issues in education.
• Strong commitment to support efforts toward student success.
• Effective interaction with diverse students and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapy, consultation, and curriculum support.
• Advocate for students and families in various settings.
• Administer assessments and interpret results.

Skills

Culturally responsive curriculum

Effective communication

Counseling and crisis support

Education

New York State Teacher Certification in School Psychology

Bachelor's degree

Job description

School Psychologist

The school psychologist is an integral member of the school community, grade level teams, RtI/support teams, crisis teams, and the CSE process. Working in cooperation with building leadership, educators, parents, and students, the school psychologist will provide an inclusive approach to social‑emotional skill development for students by delivering direct therapy, consultation services, and curriculum support to enable all children to access and progress in general education. The responsibilities include team communication, student and family advocacy, counseling, crisis support, and administering assessments with children and interpreting results with families and school staff. We seek candidates with experience with diverse cultures, anti‑racist approaches and a commitment to working with the school community toward the success of all students.

Posting Dates

01/20/2026 — until filled

Location

District Wide

Required Qualifications

• The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co‑curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.
• All candidates must possess New York State Teacher Certification in School Psychology, or qualify to obtain it by the first date of employment. This requires at least a Bachelor’s degree. Licensed teachers from other states may qualify for reciprocity.

Desired Characteristics

• An educational leader whose competency, energy, and commitment will help ensure that students thrive.
• Proven ability to interact effectively with students and their families who represent cultures that are diverse in terms of race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and other characteristics in order to build an effective and collaborative school community.
• Ability to implement culturally responsive curriculum; create an inclusive classroom; and differentiate instruction in order to engage the learning styles and needs of each student as an individual.

Salary Range

$56,918-$119,338 (10-month full-time basis) Based on the 26-27 ITA step and lane salary grid

EEO Statement

The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.