Psychologist-Middle/Upper

Job Description

Job Description

Who we are?

Ethical Culture Fieldston School is a progressive PreK-12 independent school that has been serving students from throughout New York City and the surrounding suburbs since 1878. ECFS offers a rich curriculum in the arts, sciences, and humanities. A co-ed, nonsectarian school, it serves an inclusive community of about 1,700 students on two campuses -- one in the Riverdale section of the Bronx and the other in Manhattan. The Fieldston Middle and Upper campus located in Riverdale has approximately 400 students in 6-8th grades and 600 students in 9-12th grade.

What is essential about working at our school?

The Ethical Culture Fieldston School has a long history of inclusion and belonging deeply rooted in our mission and the educational philosophy of our founder, Felix Adler. We embrace all aspects of an individual, including their ancestry, family, identity, culture, and beliefs. We affirm both our differences and commonalities and strive to balance individuality and community. In keeping with our progressive tradition, we are dedicated to increasing our students’ cultural literacy to help them understand multiple perspectives and see the world beyond the self.

We expect members of our community to engage in open dialogue about living and learning in an inclusive environment inside and outside the classroom. We see this work, with its creative tensions, as a catalyst for individual and collective growth. On a daily basis, we are committed to making this vision of a democratic, pluralistic, and progressive school a reality.

Position Summary
The Department of Student Support & Wellness is seeking a dynamic psychologist to join our Upper & Middle School divisions. This position will provide integrated psychological services for the students in grades 6 through 12 during the 2026-2027 academic year and will begin September 1, 2026. Reporting to the Executive Director of Student Support & Wellness, this individual has two primary roles: to serve the individual psychological needs of students and to foster the psychological health and well-being of the entire Middle and Upper School communities. Services include individual and small group, community outreach including but not limited to roundtable programming, wellness programs, specialized training programs, and consultation services for parents and teachers. The psychologist is available to serve as a trusted resource in crisis moments for students, parents, and the community at large at all times.

This is a 1.0 FTE (full time equivalency) position and the hiring range is $75,261-184,830.

Responsibilities

Specific responsibilities of the Psychologist will include:

• Partnering closely with the Upper School and Middle School administrative teams including principals and assistant principals, and working collaboratively with other administrators, the student support team, health and wellness educators, faculty, staff, and parents in support of student well-being;

• Providing consultation to faculty and staff on student psychosocial issues and adolescent development,offering short-term counseling, guidance, and treatment referrals and collaborating on social-emotional and student wellness programs across grade levels; and partnering with school leaders,faculty, families, and other stakeholders to assess student needs, develop and implement support plans, address academic and wellness concerns, and coordinate grade-level and school-wide interventions;

• Serving as a first responder to individuals and the community at large in time of crisis;

• Participating in the neuropsychological evaluation meetings and helping to provide appropriate recommendations;

• Maintaining timely, relevant and accurate notes and documentation;

• Continuing to enrich and evolve the counseling program to meet ever-changing student needs;

• Providing education and outreach to parents at each grade level (6-12) on adolescent development and emotional issues impacting their children;

• In collaboration with members of the student support teams, creating and implementing programs to provide education about the key socio-emotional issues students are grappling with including, but not limited to stress management, identity formation, healthy relationships, and the general physical, emotional, and mental wellness of high school students;

• Supporting the Mental Health Club advisors and student leaders as they plan and implement relevant events, including assemblies and special programs;

• Helping to support and/or implement grade-wide events including the Senior Transition Program, College Symposium Day, Grade Orientations, and assemblies;

• Consulting with Grade Deans about peer mentor programs;

• Teaching ethics and/or health classes as needed as they relate to mental health topics;

• Leading faculty discussions connected to the general physical, emotional, and mental wellness of high school students;

• Maintaining and updating protocols for the faculty on responding to students in crisis;

• Leading discussions for advisors around the role of the advisor and how to support students;

• Collaborating with psychologists/counselors connected to the 8th to 9th Grade transition;

• Ensuring confidentiality of student information as necessary;

• Attending all departmental, divisional, and school-wide meetings;

• Maintaining compliance with all school policies, state regulations, and educational standards; and

• Performing other related projects and duties as needed and assigned.

Position Requirements

The successful incumbent will possess:

• Ed.D, Ph.D, or Psy.D in clinical or school psychology or Certification in School Counseling preferred;

• New York State license and/or certification;

• Previous experience as a clinical supervisor preferred;

• Previous experience working with adolescents and families;

• Strong knowledge of the ethical and legal considerations related to school-based counseling practices;

• Demonstrated skills and competence in providing mental health services to individuals from a wide variety of backgrounds;

• Consistent documentation and clinical record keeping;

• The ability to collaborate and build strong relationships with faculty, administrators, students, parents, and the overall community;

• A commitment to cultural competency and to fostering an inclusive environment that supports students of all backgrounds;

• Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills;

• A positive attitude and the ability to listen effectively and be receptive to feedback;

• The ability to manage time effectively, stay organized, and prioritize required tasks;

• A commitment to engaging in ongoing professional development and proficiency in utilizing and learning new technologies (i.e., Google Workspace tools);

• Reliability, punctuality, and consistent attendance; and

• The ability to cultivate a welcoming culture in which all members of our community feel valued and appreciated.

To Apply
All candidates should visit our employment page at to apply. Please send a letter of interest, a resume, and contact information for three references.

EEO
ECFS is an equal opportunity employer. We seek to be a welcoming community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan New York City area, our students, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws. We are committed to hiring practices that ensure all candidates are given fair consideration in alignment with our institutional mission and goals.