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Alta California Regional Center

Psychologist

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$55.04 - $63.73/hr

COMPENSATION The below is dependent upon experience and education. * Psychologist $55.04 - $63.73 The actual amount offered within this range will depend on a variety of factors including skills and ...

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How much do education psychologist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for education psychologist in the United States is $92,813.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $66,500.00 and $117,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Education Psychologist vs School Psychologist?

AspectEducation PsychologistSchool Psychologist
CredentialsMaster's or Doctorate in Educational Psychology, licensureMaster's or Doctorate in School Psychology, licensure
Work EnvironmentEducational settings, research, policy developmentSchools, K-12 environments, student assessment
Employer & IndustryEducational institutions, government agencies, research organizationsPublic and private schools, school districts
Common Search IntentUnderstanding roles in education, academic support, researchStudent assessment, counseling, special education support

Both Education Psychologists and School Psychologists work within educational settings and require similar advanced degrees and licensure. Education Psychologists often focus on research, policy, and broader educational development, while School Psychologists primarily work directly with students, providing assessments and counseling. Their roles complement each other but serve different primary functions within the education system.

What can you do with an education psychologist degree?

An education psychologist degree prepares individuals to assess and support students' learning and emotional needs, often working in schools, clinics, or private practice. They may conduct psychological evaluations, develop intervention strategies, and collaborate with educators and families to improve educational outcomes. Certification or licensure is typically required to practice professionally.

What can an education psychologist do?

An education psychologist assesses and supports students' learning, behavior, and emotional well-being. They develop strategies to address learning difficulties, conduct evaluations, and collaborate with teachers and parents to create effective educational plans.

How does a teacher become an education psychologist?

To become an education psychologist, a teacher typically needs to earn a graduate degree in school psychology or a related field, such as a master's or doctoral program. Certification or licensure is often required, which involves completing supervised practice hours and passing relevant exams. Gaining experience in educational settings and developing skills in assessment, counseling, and research are also important steps.
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Infographic showing various Education Psychologist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,813 per year, or $44.6 per hour.

Psychologist

Alta California Regional Center

Sacramento, CA • On-site

$55.04 - $63.73/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 15 days ago

Alta California Regional Center rating

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Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
The ORGANIZATION
Alta California Regional Center (ACRC) is a non-profit agency under contract to the State of California and for 50 years has provided the coordination of services to individuals with developmental disabilities. ACRC employs approximately 800+ individuals working out of eight offices in a ten-county area. ACRC is one of 21 Regional Centers in California.
COMPENSATION
The below is dependent upon experience and education.
  • Psychologist $55.04 - $63.73

The actual amount offered within this range will depend on a variety of factors including skills and abilities, education, experience, and other relevant job-related factors. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for the role.
THE POSITION AND JOB SUMMARY
ACRC is seeking a Psychologist at the Sacramento Office location to provide psychological evaluations for developmental disabilities (DD); consult with vendored psychologists, Regional Center Intake and Early Start staff, Service Coordinators, and managers on issues relating to assessment, cognitive functioning, Autism, mental health, and differential diagnosis; perform comprehensive chart reviews related to establishing regional center eligibility; participate on various internal committees and workgroups to provide consultation and training on related DD and mental health issues; occasionally provide court testimony in eligibility appeal cases; occasionally provide internal and external outreach presentations and trainings related to regional center eligibility and developmental disabilities; and maintain all required records in compliance with relevant laws, regulations and ACRC policies.
SUMMARY OF OUTSTANDING BENEFITS
ACRC offers an excellent working environment and a benefits package to include 90% employer-paid health insurance plus low-cost dependent coverage including domestic partners; 100% employer-paid dental, and vision insurance for employees plus dependents; 100% employer-paid employee life insurance coverage; 100% employer-paid long term disability coverage; flexible benefits pre-tax spending program; CalPERS employee pension plan; and 457 and 403-B voluntary tax shelter annuities. Other benefits include 17-22 annual vacation days, 12 annual sick days, 15 paid holidays, longevity leave, Employee Assistance Program, and many other generous benefits. Many of our employees participate in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program; See additional details on the PSLF Program here . This is intended to represent a general summary of benefit plans and coverages only.
Requirements
JOB REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATION
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications: PhD or PsyD in Psychology; California license as a Psychologist; substantial training and professional experience in psychological testing, diagnostic evaluation, and writing psychological reports; excellent writing skills; knowledge of developmental disabilities, administration and interpretation of psychological tests and related statistics, development across the lifespan, clinical psychology, differential diagnosis and clinical formulation; and strong analytical and problem-solving ability, clinical judgment, and interpersonal skills.
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