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School Psychologist

PsychologistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$52-$67/hr

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Job Description

Job Title

School Psychologist

Pay Range

$52-$67/hourly

Job Description

Pay up to $67/hour | Portsmouth, VA | School Psychologist | 2026-2027 School Year | In-person

Position Details

  • Can be flexible on number of days and hours
  • Location: Portsmouth Public Schools, in person
  • Elementary or Middle School setting

About the Role

Hello School Psych's! Come work with a teacher and therapist run company doing what you love! Ampersand Therapy is hiring a School Psychologist for the remainder of the 2026-2027 school year. We’re seeking passionate and collaborative professionals who are excited to make a meaningful impact in the school-based setting.

Why Join Us

  • Competitive pay (up to $67/hour)
  • W-2 employment with liability insurance included
  • Healthcare benefits* + 401(k) with company match
  • Paid sick leave
  • Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
  • Mileage reimbursement between sites + referral bonuses
  • Mentorship and ongoing support from school-based professionals

What You'll Do

  • Provide school psychology services in the school setting
  • Conduct assessments and write comprehensive evaluation reports
  • Develop and implement IEP goals and therapy plans
  • Participate in IEP meetings and collaborate with school teams
  • Partner with teachers and families to support carryover of skills
  • Maintain timely documentation, progress notes, and compliance records
  • Monitor student progress and adjust treatment plans as needed

What We're Looking For

  • Master’s Degree in School Psychology
  • Active Virginia School Psychology License or willing to obtain
  • Experience in school-based or pediatric settings preferred but not required

About Ampersand Therapy

Ampersand Therapy is a teacher- 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.

Questions? Email Mariah@ampersandtherapy.com

Key Responsibilities

Provide school psychology services, conduct assessments, prepare comprehensive evaluation reports, and develop and implement IEP goals and therapy plans. Collaborate with school teams, teachers, and families, maintain documentation and compliance records, and monitor student progress to adjust plans as needed.

Requirements

A master's degree in School Psychology and an active Virginia School Psychology license, or willingness to obtain one, are required. Experience in school-based or pediatric settings is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Student AssessmentEvaluation Report WritingIEP DevelopmentTherapy PlanningIEP Meeting ParticipationInterdisciplinary CollaborationFamily CollaborationProgress MonitoringTreatment Plan AdjustmentCompliance Recordkeeping

Psychologist Career Context

Of the 50 active Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 34% are remote, 34% have no call, 70% require no weekends.

Psychology pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Virginia is 101.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$124k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $122k in an average-cost state. 61.1% of Virginia clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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PSLF eligible
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 4.8
Better work-life than 40% of School Psychologist listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 171 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Virginia Beach

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$379k
Typical market rent
$2,086/mo
Residents’ average commute
23 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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

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Benefits & Perks

Healthcare benefits
401(k) with company match
Paid sick leave
Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional expenses
Mileage reimbursement between sites
Referral bonuses
Mentorship and ongoing support