Ethical Culture Fieldston School·York, New York
Provide integrated psychological services, including individual and group counseling, for students in grades 6-12. Foster community well-being through crisis response, faculty consultation, and the implementation of social-emotional wellness programs.
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.
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.
Please note that 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.
To Apply All candidates should visit our employment page at www.ecfs.org [http://www.ecfs.org/] 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.
Market context
New York middle and upper school psychologist roles are typically driven by ongoing student mental health, counseling, and special education support needs. These positions are competitive because districts look for a New York State license or certification, experience with adolescents and families, and strong cultural competency and communication skills. Before applying, review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform against the original posting so you can quickly confirm fit and save research time.