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School Psychologist – 2025–2026 School Year – In‑Person

Ampersand Therapy is hiring a dedicated School Psychologist for the 2025–2026 school year. We offer full-time positions, exclusively in-person. As a women- and therapist-founded company supporting schools nationwide and local to Illinois, our goal is to elevate your school-based experience. Whether you're an experienced practitioner or early in your career, you’ll find strong support, meaningful collaboration, and a team that truly understands your professional needs.

Position Details

Schedule: Full-Time
Location: In-person
Start Date: August 2025
Service Area: Student evaluations, IEP reports and meetings, progress reports, staff meetings, and collaboration

Your Key Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive student evaluations
Prepare IEP reports and participate in IEP meetings
Track and deliver progress reports
Attend staff meetings and support multi-disciplinary collaboration
Maintain timely and accurate documentation

What We’re Looking For

Master’s degree in School Psychology or equivalent endorsement
Valid Illinois Professional Educator License (PEL) with School Psychologist endorsement
National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) certification is a plus
Strong skills in student assessment, data analysis, and IEP development
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Benefits & Perks (for 0.8 FTE and higher)

Paid sick leave
Healthcare benefits: medical, dental, vision*
401(k) with employer match*
Reimbursement for licensing, continuing education, and professional fees
Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate
W2 employment
General and professional liability insurance
Referral bonuses
No non-compete clauses
Paid volunteer time and charity donation matching*

*Waiting period applies

Why Work With Us?

Ampersand Therapy empowers you to serve your students! We are a small, therapist-run company local to Western Washington and Illinois, proudly women- and minority-owned. Founded by professionals who started their careers working in school districts and as contractors, we created Ampersand to be an alternative to large staffing agencies. Our team is made up of like-minded specialists committed to building a supportive company culture that values your expertise and growth.

We remain actively involved in school settings, often working alongside our clinicians, so we deeply understand the joys and challenges of school-based practice. Whether you’re new or experienced, you’ll find mentorship, respect, and community here.

Our Values

Focus on Equity
We actively foster a culture of equity and inclusion, recognizing the many dimensions of diversity including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ability, socioeconomic status, and more. We provide resources to address racism and discrimination in schools and support organizations like The Conscious Kid.

Focus on Community
We support and volunteer with organizations such as Special Olympics, Project Canine, and The Moth—and encourage you to support causes meaningful to you.

Focus on the Earth
Sustainability is part of our work ethos: we minimize paper use, implement low-waste solutions, and maintain a carbon-negative footprint.

An Inclusive Workplace

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity across all identities and backgrounds and encourage all qualified candidates to apply and join our team.

Apply Today!

If you're a passionate School Psychologist seeking a meaningful, school-based role within a supportive, mission-driven company, we’d love to meet you.

Apply now at: https://ampersandtherapy.com/apply-now

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $70.00 - $99.00 per hour

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