Job Description

School Year: 2026-27

Position: School Psychologist

Grade(s): Kindergarten-8th Grade

Reports to: Director of Student Support Services

United Schools (United) is a nonprofit organization in Columbus, Ohio. After founding its first school in 2008, it has worked together with incredible leaders to open three more schools in the span of ten years. Each United campus is an open enrollment, public charter school that works diligently to close the opportunity gap in Columbus. Moreover, the mission of all United campuses is to transform lives and our communities through the power of education, while maintaining our vision: For every child, an open door. 

United currently operates two high-performing elementary schools (K-5) and two high-performing middle schools (6-8) that serve more than 900 students. We strive to provide students with a rigorous academic experience in a joyful learning environment, and we work hard to ensure that students of all levels grow and succeed by focusing on intentional student support and continual improvement. 

Position Description

The School Psychologist role provides an opportunity for a talented educator to work with students with various social, emotional, and academic needs across United’s four campuses. The School Psychologist will have a number of key responsibilities including the following: conducting testing and assessments for students across grades K-8; collaborating with teachers, parents, and other school professionals to provide insights and recommendations for individual education plans; designing individualized education plans to address functional and academic needs; and providing individual and group counseling to students dealing with emotional, developmental, and behavioral challenges. This position is integral in ensuring that all students have access to high-quality educational experiences.

Joining Our Team

United Core Traits:

1. Mission-Driven . Team members believe deeply in the United mission: to transform lives and our communities through the power of education.
2. Growth Mindset . Team members believe in their ability, and the ability of all students, to grow and improve.
3. Relationship-Driven . Team members get proximate to students, families, and colleagues to develop authentic relationships that inform work in the classroom.
4. Conscientiousness . Team members are professional, reliable, diligent, and pay attention to detail. 
5. Emotionally Constant . Team members maintain a sense of calm while addressing a number of priorities.

Qualifications:

• Holds a Master’s degree in School Psychology; Education Specialist or Doctorate degree preferred.
• Holds a valid Professional Pupil Services License as a School Psychologist from the State Board of Education in Ohio.
• Has at least two years of successful school psychology experience in an urban school (preferred).

Knowledge and Skills:

• Skilled at providing direct support and interventions to students, families, and other school professionals.
• Skilled at working with school and district leaders to improve schoolwide practices and policies.
• Skilled at collaborating with community providers to coordinate services.
• Is committed to using data-driven instructional practices and the techniques outlined in Teach Like a Champion 3.0 to improve student outcomes.
• Is relentless in writing, refining, and internalizing curriculum, lessons, and assessments.
• Is open and committed to implementing frequent feedback from team members.
• Communicates effectively with students, families, and colleagues.
• Comfortability with Google products for effective communication and completion of job responsibilities.

Terms of Employment

• Although this position will begin July 27, 2026 , applications will be considered immediately.
• This is a full-time position. 
• Report times are typically Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m., although some job-related tasks can be expected outside of these hours.
• Salary : The starting salary for a new School Psychologist with a Master’s degree is $51,000 . The starting salary for other applicants will depend on professional experience and education level.
• Benefits:  
  • Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage 
  • Employees are eligible to participate in the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS) or the School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS).
• All United campuses are Equal Opportunity Employers.

Apply online at unitedschools.org/join .

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