School Counselor

The Willow School, an independent preschool through grade eight school in Gladstone, NJ, seeks one highly qualified full-time Kindergarten Assistant Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The appropriate candidates will join a highly dedicated team of lower school homeroom and specials teachers. The ideal candidates will not only be a talented elementary school teacher but will be a solid fit for The Willow School’s mission and community.

The counselor will be responsible for:

Counseling Services

• Provide individual and group counseling to students to address academic, personal, and social issues.
• Assist students in developing problem-solving and decision-making skills.

Academic Support

• Collaborate with teachers to identify and address academic challenges faced by students.
• Conduct academic assessments and help students set educational goals.
• Participate in school Response to Intervention (RTI) programs.

Social and Emotional Development

• Implement programs to promote social and emotional learning.
• Develop, update, and support implementation of student behavior plans.
• Support students in developing positive relationships with peers and adults.
• Facilitate school initiatives that promote positive behavior systems.

Crisis Intervention

• Respond to and manage crises or emergencies affecting students.
• Collaborate with other school staff and external resources to provide immediate support.

Child Study Support and Accommodations Plans

• Facilitate Child Study Team meetings and collaborate with instructional teams to support students with special needs.
• Develop, update, and support implementation of accommodations plans.
• Participate in eligibility meetings.

Parental and Teacher Collaboration

• Work closely with parents to address concerns about their child's academic, social, or emotional well-being.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement strategies that support student success.
• Develop behavioral plans to support students.
• Provide professional development for staff and parents as needed.

Qualifications

• Certified School Counselor
• SAC certification is a plus

The Willow School is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.