Elementary School Counselor

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Pennsylvania.

📋 Description

• Address students’ academic and social-emotional requirements with developmentally suitable interventions.

• Evaluate student capabilities, interests, and achievements to foster self-awareness and facilitate middle school planning.

• Design and execute group counseling programs tailored to student needs and measurable objectives.

• Offer individualized counseling sessions to promote academic, emotional, and developmental growth.

• Establish strong, proactive connections with students, parents, teachers, staff, and administrators through various communication platforms (email, phone, video conferencing).

• Collaborate with the Lower School Dean, K–5 faculty, and advisors to create comprehensive student support systems.

• Work closely with 6–8 and college counselors to ensure vertical alignment of the school counseling program, focusing on transitions into online learning and middle school.

• Facilitate live, monthly webinar sessions for students and families, focusing on academic, career, and social-emotional development.

• Contribute to enrollment and retention initiatives by participating in virtual open houses and re-enrollment discussions.

• Generate and disseminate communications (such as newsletters) that address the needs of students and families.

• Utilize student data to identify programming priorities and assess effectiveness.

• Actively and professionally engage in school-wide meetings, events, and communications, including some evening virtual events.

• Participate in ongoing professional development and self-evaluation to enhance counseling practices.

• Uphold confidentiality concerning students, families, staff, and school operations.

• Undertake additional counseling-related responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Master’s degree in school counseling or a related discipline.

• Valid School Counseling certification, with a dedication to maintaining compliance with state and local credentialing and background check regulations.

• At least 3 years of experience working with elementary-aged students in a school counseling or educational support capacity.

• Demonstrated ability to implement group programs with measurable outcomes.

• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Proficient in educational technology tools, including word processing, G Suite, Learning Management Systems, and Student Information Systems.

• Strong analytical, evaluative, and organizational skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid holidays and sick days.

• 401k plan with company match.

• Tuition discounts for your children.

• Professional development opportunities.

• Education reimbursement and partnerships.