School Psychologist

Job Title:

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!