Location & Practice Overview

The position is based in a Cincinnati high school and operates through a partnership between the local school district and TheraPeds Partners. All work occurs on-site within the school environment as part of the district special education program.

Facility Type Public high school
City & State Cincinnati, Ohio
Delivery Format Fully on-site and in-person
Organizational Context District–agency partnership for special education services

Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations and related assessments.
  • Analyze assessment findings and produce complete written reports.
  • Take part in referral, eligibility, reevaluation, and diagnostic meetings.
  • Support development and ongoing implementation of student IEPs.
  • Offer consultation to educators, administrators, families, and related-service staff.

Additional duties include attending multidisciplinary team meetings, providing interventions consistent with student IEPs, completing required documentation, and helping maintain IDEA and district compliance.

Qualifications & Requirements

Applicants need the education and state credentials required to practice school psychology in Ohio public schools.

Degree
Master’s degree or higher in School Psychology
State Credential
Active or eligible Ohio School Psychologist certification
National Credential
NASP/NCSP preferred
Experience Preference
Two or more years of school psychology experience preferred
Professional Knowledge
Psychoeducational assessment, consultation, and special education eligibility processes under IDEA
Clearances
Ability to complete required fingerprinting and background checks

Compensation & Benefits

Pay is hourly and varies with experience and employment classification (W-2 or 1099). Guaranteed hours form part of the compensation structure.

  • $55–$75 per hour
  • Guaranteed hours covering direct service, documentation, administrative tasks, and planning
  • W-2 classification may include medical, dental, vision coverage and 401(k)
  • 1099 classification includes a stipend for health benefits and taxes
  • Professional development and continuing education support

Schedule & Work Environment

Status Full-time
Hours 37.5 per week
Academic Calendar 2026–2027 school year (August–May/June)
Work Location On-site within the assigned high school
Included Time Designated periods for documentation, administration, and planning

Patient Population & Clinical Setting

Services are provided to high school students who are involved in the special education process or who need evaluation and educational support.

Student Age Range High school / adolescent students
Educational Environment General and special education settings inside the high school
Primary Needs Academic, behavioral, social, and emotional factors affecting school performance
Engagement Point Students in referral, evaluation, eligibility, or IEP pathways

School Psychology Services

The professional focus of this role is psychoeducational evaluation and the special education decision-making process for high school students.

Evaluation Services Comprehensive psychoeducational assessment and diagnostic work
Eligibility Support Participation in special education eligibility and related planning
Consultation Educational and behavioral consultation with school staff and families
Student-Level Support Interventions connected to identified educational needs and IEPs

Role Highlights

Several structural features distinguish this school-based placement.

  • Dual support structure that includes both the partnering school district and TheraPeds Partners
  • Caseload described as manageable in the position posting
  • Therapist-owned organizational model
  • Choice of W-2 employee or 1099 contractor classification

About TheraPeds Partners

TheraPeds Partners is a therapist-owned organization that partners with school districts across the United States to supply special education and related services. The company places school psychologists, speech-language pathologists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, special education teachers, and other credentialed providers into school settings. Clinicians receive support from dedicated caseload specialists while working inside partner districts.

Ownership Therapist-owned and operated
Geographic Reach School district partnerships nationwide
Service Delivery In-person, hybrid, and online options available to districts
Provider Support Dedicated caseload specialist assigned to each clinician

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the position assigned to one specific high school?
The posting describes an on-site high school role in Cincinnati. Exact building placement is arranged through the district partnership.
Is prior school psychology experience required?
Two or more years of school psychology experience are preferred. A master’s degree or higher in School Psychology and eligibility for the Ohio School Psychologist credential are required.
What does dual support from the district and TheraPeds involve?
Providers receive guidance from the school district team and from a dedicated TheraPeds caseload specialist for clinical and administrative matters while working on-site.
Does the contract include summer or extended school year services?
The position covers the 2026–2027 school year from August through May/June. Additional summer or ESY work is not specified in the posting.
How do the W-2 and 1099 options differ?
W-2 employees may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits. 1099 contractors receive a stipend for health benefits and taxes.
Does the role center on evaluation or also include counseling?
Primary responsibilities focus on psychoeducational evaluation, eligibility processes, report writing, IEP participation, and consultation. Student interventions within the position’s scope are also part of the work.

School Psychologist – School-Based in Cincinnati, OH

TheraPeds Partners seeks a full-time School Psychologist for an on-site high school position in Cincinnati, Ohio, covering the 2026–2027 school year. The role operates through a district partnership and centers on comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations, special education eligibility processes, written report preparation, IEP participation, and consultation with educators and families. Work is scheduled at 37.5 hours per week and includes guaranteed hours for documentation, administration, and planning. Compensation is $55–$75 per hour and depends on experience and classification as a W-2 employee or 1099 contractor. Required qualifications include a master’s degree or higher in School Psychology and active or eligible Ohio School Psychologist credential; NASP/NCSP and prior school experience are preferred. Providers receive dual support from the partnering district and TheraPeds, including a dedicated caseload specialist. The position serves high school students involved in evaluation or educational support under IDEA. The role provides a full-time on-site school psychology placement for the 2026–2027 academic year.

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