Psychologist-Middle​/Upper

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.

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.

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  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 round‑table 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,. This is an onsite role and not performed remotely. Ethical Culture Fieldston School retains its right to modify job duties in accordance with changing operational needs.

• 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…