School Counselor

Overview

Position:
School Counselor (7-12) at Hawbridge School, Saxapahaw, North Carolina.

Location:

The Hawbridge School – Saxapahaw, NC.

Reports to:

Dean of Students, Director. Position Type:
Full-Time (11-month), Beginning August 2026 (26-27 School Calendar).

Starting Date:
Aug 2, 2026

The Hawbridge School, a Title I public charter school committed to place-based learning, restorative practices, inclusion, and mutual respect, is seeking an Upper School Counselor for the  school year. This position supports students in grades 7-12 through individual counseling, small group interventions, academic planning, college and career readiness, and social-emotional support. The ideal candidate is passionate about building meaningful relationships with students and families, collaborating with colleagues, and fostering a school culture where all students feel seen, valued, and empowered to succeed.

• Provide individual and small-group counseling services to support students' academic, social-emotional, and behavioral growth.
• Meet regularly with students and families to support academic achievement, college and career planning, and post-secondary readiness. Plan and facilitate college- and career-readiness programs, including hosting college admissions representatives, career exploration events, and informational sessions for students and families.
• Develop, maintain, and manage student class schedules, including course selection, schedule adjustments, monitoring graduation requirements, and academic pathway planning to ensure students remain on track for graduation.
• Coordinate and lead new student and beginning-of-year orientation programs, helping students and families successfully transition into the school community.
• Facilitate and support restorative circles, conferences, and conversations to strengthen relationships and address conflict.
• Implement targeted individual and group interventions to promote student success and well-being.
• Follow established protocols for crisis intervention, risk assessment, and student support.
• Utilize school-wide data to design, implement, and evaluate interventions that address achievement and opportunity gaps.
• Serve as the school's 504 Coordinator, including facilitating meetings, maintaining compliance, and monitoring student accommodations.
• Maintain accurate student records, assessments, and documentation through Infinite Campus and other required systems.
• Collaborate closely with the Student Services Team, teachers, administrators, families, and community partners to support student success.
• Assist with school events and activities, including field trips, parent-teacher conferences, graduation, family meetings, and other special programs.
• Actively contribute to the development and implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Logan Robertson, lrobertson
• Alexis Crumel, acrumel
• The Hawbridge School, 1735 Saxapahaw Bethlehem Ch Rd, Saxapahaw, North Carolina 27340
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