School Psychologist

School Psychologist

Location:

Licking Heights School District, district-wide – Pataskala, Ohio. This position is also posted on Licking Heights Local School District and Ohio Education Job Board.

Job : 5465016

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Posted: Dec 10, 2025 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Anticipated School Psychologist

Must possess or be eligible for an appropriate Ohio Department of Education Teaching License

You must complete the entire online application to be considered for a position. Providing a resume and additional attachments is optional. Please also provide complete reference information for each reference, including name, address, phone, and email address.

Licking Heights does place an emphasis on accepting a diverse pool of candidates reflecting the school district’s student population.

Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity Employment Opportunity: The Licking Heights Local School District Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act (GINA), military status, ancestry, or age in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.

POSITION: SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGIST

RESPONSIBLE TO: DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL EDUCATION

INTRODUCTION: At Licking Heights Local Schools, our commitment to student success drives everything we do. We believe in providing equitable, personalized learning experiences focused on building character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework, addressing milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies, ensures that every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities, fostering well‑rounded and socially responsible citizens.

To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools, staff members must embody a range of skills, including: passion for education and student well‑being; effective mentoring and guidance for students; strong communication and collaboration skills; continuous learning and professional development; forward‑thinking planning and strategic decision‑making; openness to two‑way communication and community engagement. We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction, providing ongoing professional development aligned with our district's vision, and creating a safe and empowering school environment where every individual can flourish.

Join us in our mission to provide an exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school, career, and life.

JOB GOAL: Provide psycho‑educational services/evaluations to individual students, and consultation to parents, staff, and administrators regarding behavior and learning concerns for students.

• Licensed to practice School Psychology in the state of Ohio
• Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) in School Psychology preferred
• Acts according to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators
• Embraces high‑performance standards (e.g., engagement, proficiency, resilience, etc.)
• Holds/maintains required Ohio Department of Education credentials
• Maintains a record free of criminal violations that prohibit public school employment