School Psychologist

**Job Title:** School Psychologist **Pay Range:** $68-75/hr ** Job Description:** School Psychologist | Bothell, WA | 2026–2027 School Year | Full-Time Leave Coverage Ampersand Therapy is hiring a **School Psychologist** for a full-time leave-coverage position in the **Bothell, Washington area**. This assignment will exclusively support preschool-aged students as part of a collaborative early childhood assessment team. We are a women- and therapist-founded company working to elevate the employment experience for school-based professionals. Join a supportive multidisciplinary team and help young learners access the services they need to thrive. **Job Highlights:** * Location: Bothell, WA * Position: Early Childhood School Psychologist * Setting: In-person, school-based position * Schedule: Full Time, 1.0 FTE, Monday–Friday * Approximate Hours: 7:30 AM–3:30 PM * Assignment Dates: September 14, 2026–April 2, 2027 * Grade Levels: Preschool, serving children ages 3–5 * Primary Focus: Evaluations for children transitioning from birth-to-three services. * Team Environment: Collaborative early childhood assessment team that includes school psychologists, SLPs, occupational and physical therapists, nurses, teachers, and families **Responsibilities:** * Conduct comprehensive evaluations and reevaluations for preschool-aged students * Assess students referred through Child Find and birth-to-three transition services * Administer, score, and interpret developmentally appropriate cognitive, behavioral, social-emotional, and adaptive assessments * Gather and analyze information through observations, interviews, record reviews, and standardized testing * Prepare clear, thorough, and family-friendly evaluation reports * Determine students’ eligibility for special education services in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams * Participate in evaluation, eligibility, transition, and Individualized Education Program meetings * Collaborate closely with psychologists, SLPs, occupational and physical therapists, nurses, teachers, families, and other service providers * Communicate evaluation findings and recommendations clearly and compassionately to families and team members * Support the development of appropriate educational programming, interventions, and services * Maintain accurate records and complete documentation within required timelines * Ensure evaluations and services comply with state, federal, and district requirements **Qualifications:** * Master’s or educational specialist degree in School Psychology * Valid **Washington State Educational Staff Associate certificate** with a School Psychologist endorsement * Experience conducting early childhood or preschool assessments * Knowledge of Child Find, birth-to-three transitions, and early childhood special education eligibility * Understanding of developmentally appropriate assessment practices for children ages 3–5 * Strong multidisciplinary collaboration and family-communication skills * Knowledge of special education laws, evaluation procedures, and eligibility requirements * Must have current fingerprints on file with OSPI or be willing to complete * Must provide at least two supervisory references * Previous experience on an early childhood assessment team preferred **Benefits & Perks:** * Paid Sick Leave * Healthcare Benefits\* * 401(k) with company matching\* * Reimbursement for licensure, CEUs, and professional development * Mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate * W-2 employee status with liability insurance coverage * Referral bonuses * No non-compete clause (\*Healthcare benefits available for 0.8 FTE or higher after a short waiting period) **Why Work With 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 school-based professionals 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 professionals who are newer to school-based practice, and are deeply committed to equity, sustainability, and community involvement. **Our Values:** * Equity & Inclusion * Community Engagement * Environmental Sustainability Apply today to join a collaborative team and make a difference as an Early Childhood School Psychologist in the Bothell, WA area!