2025-2026 School Psychologist

Position Title: 2025-2026 School Psychologist

We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change, and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.

Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.

Brief Description: 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 providing direct therapy, consultation services, and curriculum support to enable all children to access and progress in general education. The duties involve team communication, student and family advocacy, counseling, crisis support, as well as administering assessments with children and interpreting those with their families and school staff . Ideal candidates will show experience with diverse cultures, anti-racist approaches to the particular work of a psychologist, and a commitment to working with the school community towards the success of all students.

Location(s): District-Wide

Anticipated Start Date: 8/28/2025 

Posting Dates: 6/9/2025 - until filled 

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 Certifi cation in School Psychology, or qualify to obtain it by the fi rst 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: $53,291-$75,191 (10-month full-time base)

Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com

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.