Lower School Counselor

Park Tudor School seeks an experienced, student-centered Lower School Counselor to join our community for the  school year. This role is central to supporting the social-emotional well-being of our youngest learners and requires a counselor who is highly skilled, well-organized, and deeply committed to helping children thrive-academically, socially, and emotionally.

The ideal candidate brings prior school counseling experience, demonstrates the ability to structure a daily schedule that is intentionally student-focused, and excels at both direct student support and collaborative work with teachers and families.

Essential Responsibilities:

Student Support & Counseling

* Provide short-term individual and group counseling for students experiencing typical, non-clinical stressors, including but not limited to anxiety, self-regulation, and social skills development

* Design, facilitate, and oversee student support groups (e.g., new students, friendship skills, divorce/family change).

* Maintain a daily schedule that prioritizes direct student contact, responsiveness, and flexibility based on student needs.

Social-Emotional Learning & Character Education

* Deliver developmentally appropriate character education and social-emotional learning mini-lessons in Lower School classrooms.

* Oversee and coordinate Lower School SEL initiatives that support our Responsive Classroom and Ruler Programs

* Promote equitable, inclusive, and non-biased social norms that honor diverse cultural, religious, and personal identities.

Teacher Collaboration & Classroom Support

* Partner closely with teachers to:

* Provide practical, actionable strategies to support students who are struggling with self-regulation or dysregulated behavior.

* Consult on classroom management approaches that are developmentally appropriate and trauma-informed.

* Participate in Student Strategy Meetings, Grade-Level Meetings, and the Student Support Team process.

Family & Community Partnership

* Support families through consultation and referrals to outside providers as needed; communicate and collaborate with clinicians when appropriate.

* Help coordinate parent education on child development and social-emotional topics via the PT Times or other school communications.

* Collaborate with administrators, school psychologists, faculty, and parents to continually assess and strengthen wellness programming.

* Serve as a member of the school-wide mental health crisis team and respond to student crises as needed.

* Report and/or assist staff in reporting suspected child abuse to the Department of Child Services, in accordance with state law.

* Other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:

Education:

Master's Degree required

Experience:

Previous experience preferred

Required Qualifications:

* Strongly student-centered, with a proven ability to build trusting relationships with students, faculty, and families

* High-energy, proactive, and enthusiastic, with the ability to engage young students, respond quickly to needs, and take initiative in a fast-paced school environment

* Exceptionally strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively, collaborate across roles, and navigate sensitive conversations with warmth and professionalism

* Highly organized and capable of managing a dynamic, student-driven daily schedule

* Skilled in crisis management and calm, thoughtful response under pressure

* Collaborative, reflective, and open to feedback for continual growth

* Effective communicator with strong problem-solving skills

* Demonstrates professionalism, empathy, and sound judgment at all times

* Commitment to ongoing professional development

* Proficient at using technology tools such as Google Workspace, MS Outlook, Veracross, Canvas

* Willingness to engage in all aspects of the Park Tudor community while promoting and supporting the School's mission, vision, and values

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and a brief statement describing their approach to social-emotional learning and student support in a Lower School setting, combined into a single PDF. This statement should reflect the candidate's philosophy and practice related to supporting young students' social-emotional development, collaborating with teachers and families, and fostering an inclusive, student-centered school environment.

Candidates may address how they work directly with students, partner with teachers and families, and respond to common developmental challenges such as anxiety, peer conflict, and self-regulation.

Please email the combined PDF to hr. In addition, all applicants must complete the online employment application at:

Park Tudor School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about Park Tudor School, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).