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Gastonia, North Carolina

School Psychologist

PsychologistNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$50-$54/hr

The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Job Title

School Psychologist

Pay Range

$50-54/hour

Job Description

School Psychologist – Full Time | Gastonia, NC | 2026-2027 School Year | Up to $54/hour

Position Details

  • K-12 Caseload
  • Starting August 2026
  • 1.0 FTE, Monday-Friday

About the Role

Hello, School Psychologists! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a full-time School Psychologist for a K–12 school setting in Gastonia, NC. In this role, you’ll play a critical part in student success by conducting evaluations, supporting IEP development, and collaborating with school teams. We welcome new clinicians and seasoned professionals alike!

Why Join Us

  • Competitive pay (Up to $54/hour) + steady school-year schedule
  • W-2 employment with liability insurance included
  • Healthcare benefits* + 401(k) with company match
  • Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
  • Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses
  • What You’ll Do
  • Conduct psychoeducational evaluations and assessments
  • Write comprehensive evaluation reports and IEP documentation
  • Participate in IEP meetings and multidisciplinary team discussions
  • Provide progress monitoring and maintain compliant documentation
  • Collaborate with teachers, families, and special education staff
  • Support student behavioral, social-emotional, and academic needs
  • Assist in developing appropriate interventions and supports
  • Ensure timelines and compliance with state and federal regulations
  • What We’re Looking For
  • NCDPI License in School Psychology
  • Must have LPA license from North Carolina Psychology Board
  • Strong assessment, writing, and collaboration skills
  • NASP membership a plus

About Ampersand Therapy

Ampersand Therapy is a women- and therapist-operated company built by providers who understand school-based work. We focus on support and mentorship so clinicians can do their best work. Our team is committed to equity, community impact, and creating a workplace where therapists feel valued.

Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above after a short waiting period.

Ampersand Therapy is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment and sense of belonging for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other identity characteristics. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and join our team.

Key Responsibilities

The School Psychologist will conduct psychoeducational evaluations and assessments while supporting the development of IEPs. They will also collaborate with school teams and families to provide behavioral, social-emotional, and academic interventions for students.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an NCDPI License in School Psychology and an LPA license from the North Carolina Psychology Board. Strong assessment, documentation, and collaboration skills are required for this role.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Report writingBehavioral supportSocial-emotional supportAcademic interventionCompliance documentation

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates School Psychologist at Eleutheria a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Psychology psychologist listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Psychologist Career Context

Of the 50 active Psychologist listings this role was benchmarked against, 32% are remote, 32% have no call, 72% require no weekends.

Psychologist pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.5% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for North Carolina is 94.3 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$52k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $55k in an average-cost state. 59.2% of North Carolina clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.5this job 6.0
Better work-life than 40% of Psychology listings

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  • No weekends

Living in Gastonia

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$277k
Typical market rent
$1,501/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
97.3
State income tax
Up to 4.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Charlotte-Concord-Gastonia, NC-SC metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Eleutheria

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Benefits & Perks

Healthcare benefits
401(k) with company match
Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
Mileage reimbursement between sites
Referral bonuses