School Counseling

Position Overview The Holton-Arms School seeks a collaborative, flexible, and enthusiastic School Counselor to join our vibrant Upper School for the 2026-27 school year. This is a full-time, in person, 10-month position. The Upper School Counselor’s primary goals are to assist Upper School students by offering social-emotional support and to collaborate with teachers, the Division Director, and the Student-Centered Support Team in developing and implementing programming to meet the diverse needs of the Holton-Arms community. The Upper School Counselor will build relationships with students and provide short‑term and intermittent social‑emotional support, making recommendations for treatment, including referrals to outside treatment, when necessary. This position reports directly to the Head of Upper School and collaborates closely with the Assistant Head of Upper School. Key Responsibilities Serve as a member of the Student-centered Support Team who collaborates with teachers, advisors, deans, learning specialists, school nurse, administrators, and parents/guardians to develop appropriate and effective plans to meet the individual needs of each student. Provide consultation to faculty, staff, and parents regarding psychosocial issues affecting students and general adolescent development. Collaborate with others to implement social-emotional and student programs (e.g. Advisory, Mental Health Day Conference). Serve as a trusted resource and first responder in moments of crisis for students, parents, and the community at large. Continue to enrich and evolve the counseling program through comprehensive programming designed to meet the ever‑changing needs of students and families. Collaborate with the Middle School Counselor regarding the 8th to 9th grade transition. Qualifications and Experience Master’s degree in school counseling, clinical or school psychology, and/or certification as a school counselor required. Maryland State license and/or certification preferred. Previous experience working with adolescent girls and families. Strong knowledge of the ethical and legal considerations related to school-based counseling practices. Demonstrated skills and competency in providing mental health services to a diverse audience across racial, ethnic, religious, gender, ability, and socio‑economic class identity. Deep understanding of high‑performing school communities and school-based programs. Previous experience working in an independent school preferred. Excellent clinical, interpersonal, and management skills. Highly effective verbal and written communication skills. A collaborative, team-based approach to working with students, teachers, parents, administrators, and outside care providers. Experience co‑facilitating courageous conversations with students and/or faculty regarding Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) and mental health. A passion for working with adolescent high achieving girls, an openness to collaborate, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a sense of humor are essential. Salary and Benefits The average salary range for this position is $115,000 to $125,000, the exact salary to be determined based on education and experience. Additional stipends are available for coaching, certain club sponsorship, and significant commitments outside of the normal scope of the position. Benefits include health insurance with a generous employer contribution to medical, dental, and vision; life and disability insurance; 403b retirement savings with an employer match and non‑elective contribution; employee assistance program, tuition remission for eligible children; professional development opportunities; paid parental leave after one year of employment; paid sick and personal days; and lunch is provided on school days. #J-18808-Ljbffr National Association of Independent Schools