Lower School Counselor

Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart in Princeton, New Jersey, an independent Catholic all‑girls PS‑12 Sacred Heart School is searching for a part‑time Lower School Counselor. The position involves supporting Early School through 6th grade students, aiding in their psychological care and development, and teaching the 5th and 6th grade class. The counselor serves as a resource to faculty, administration, and families and guides the school in decisions about the social‑emotional health and well‑being of the student body.

We are an equal opportunity employer and seek candidates who demonstrate cross‑cultural teaching and leadership skills and a dedication to working in a diverse community.

• Communicate effectively with diverse populations.
• Create an inclusive classroom/work environment.
• Use multicultural teaching/leadership methods, materials, and resources that reflect multiple perspectives.
• Engage in professional development opportunities to further develop inclusive teaching and leadership practices.

• Develop and deliver the school counseling curriculum through appropriate courses within the ES, LS, and MS (grades 5‑6) divisions.
• Assist and support students in the areas of emotional and social development.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and parents to better understand and meet the needs of all students.
• Provide individual and small group counseling in response to identified needs.
• Make appropriate referrals of students and parents to outside agencies and specialists when necessary.
• Be visible in school by participating in a variety of activities that build trust and relationships with students.
• Educate and support parents in raising self‑aware and confident young women by hosting parent education events and communicating articles and critical information.
• Work in partnership with other members of the Counseling Department, Cor Cordis team, Office of Mission & Ministry, and other student support staff.

The successful candidate will have experience supporting girls’ mental health and wellness in a school setting. Experience working in an all‑girls school or independent schools is a plus. The ideal candidate will hold an advanced mental health degree and relevant licensure. The position is part‑time, reports to the Head of Mission & Ministry, and offers a salary range of $36,000 to $42,000 per year.