School Psychologist
Listed compensation
$60-$68/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, weekend coverage, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Job Title
School Psychologist
Pay Range
$60-68/hour
Job Description
School Psychologist | Spanaway, WA | 2026–2027 School Year
Ampersand Therapy is hiring a dedicated and compassionate School Psychologist for the 2026-2027 school year in Spanaway, Washington. We are a local, women- and therapist-operated company on a mission to improve the school-based employment experience for professionals like you. If you’re looking to work with a supportive local district and a values-driven agency, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Highlights
- Location: Spanaway, WA
- Position: School Psychologist
- K-12, starting ASAP
- In-person or hybrid candidates preferred
Responsibilities
- Conduct student evaluations
- Write comprehensive IEP reports
- Attend IEP and staff meetings
- Provide progress monitoring and documentation
- Collaborate with educators, families, and special education teams
- Other duties as assigned by district team
Requirements
- Master’s degree in School Psychology or equivalent
- Valid Washington ESA Certification (required before start)
- NASP membership a plus
- School-based experience preferred but not required
Benefits
- Paid Sick Leave
- Healthcare Benefits*
- 401(k) with company matching
- W-2 employment with general and professional liability insurance
- Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and other professional expenses
- Mileage reimbursement at IRS rate between school sites
- Referral bonuses
- No non-compete clauses
- Paid time off for volunteer work and donation matching*
- (*Benefits apply to 0.8 FTE and above, following a short waiting period)
Why Join Ampersand Therapy?
Ampersand Therapy is a local, women- and therapist-operated company founded by providers who understand what it’s like to work in schools. Our mission is to build a community of therapists who feel supported, appreciated, and empowered to make a difference.
We proudly serve school districts throughout Western Washington and across several other states. You’ll work alongside a small, passionate team of school-based specialists—some of whom are still active providers in schools themselves.
We offer mentorship and support, especially for newer school-based specialists, and are deeply committed to equity, sustainability, and community involvement.
Our Core Values
- Equity & Inclusion: Creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all
- Community Impact: Supporting nonprofits and empowering our team to give back
- Environmental Responsibility: Committed to reducing our carbon footprint and supporting sustainable practices
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.
Apply today to join a supportive team of school-based professionals in Spanaway, WA!
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Psychologist Career Context
Of the 50 active Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 66% are remote, 16% have no call, 34% require no weekends — this position is remote.
Psychology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 3.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $125k–$141k | Psychology median $143k (middle half $143k–$143k)67 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$124k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Psychology listings in Washington | 34 active | 1,775 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | remote | peers: 66% remote · 16% no call · 34% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US psychologist listings (all specialties): 17% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 5% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Psychology listings | 621 in the last 30 days | 298 the 30 days before (+108%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Psychology pay trend | −3.3% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$133k midpoint, that is roughly $5k–$9k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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