Lower School Psychologist/Counselor, part-time (Early Childhood - 2nd Grade)

Marymount School of New York seeks a part-time Lower School Psychologist or Counselor to support students in Early Childhood through Class II. Reporting to the Lower School Divisional Head, the Lower School Counselor serves as an integral member of the school's health and wellness team and supports the social-emotional well-being of students through direct support, collaboration with colleagues, and partnership with families.

The ideal candidate is warm, collaborative, and student-centered, with a deep understanding of early childhood and elementary development. This role requires a thoughtful clinician who sees the gifts in each child, approaches children with curiosity and care, and partners closely with colleagues and families to support each child's growth. The successful candidate will be a visible and engaged presence in the Lower School community, communicate effectively with families and faculty, and employ a wide range of strategies to support students in a school setting.

The anticipated schedule follows the academic calendar and is approximately 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. each school day (including a 30-minute break for lunch), with flexibility for occasional meetings or crisis support as needed.

Primary Responsibilities

• Conduct classroom observations and partner with teachers to support students' social, emotional, and behavioral development.
• Provide consultation and guidance to parents regarding child development and emotional well-being.
• Offer brief, short-term counseling support to students.
• Facilitate small groups related to social skills, emotional regulation, friendship, and family transitions as needed.
• Collaborate closely with divisional leadership, learning specialists, and members of the health and wellness team.
• Lead occasional guidance or health lessons focused on emotional wellness and self-regulation.
• Support the development and implementation of social-emotional learning initiatives within the Lower School.
• In partnership with the counseling team, help coordinate parent education programming and workshops.
• Provide referrals to outside providers and serve as a liaison with external clinicians.
• In collaboration with learning specialists, assist in interpreting neuropsychological evaluations and supporting educational planning and accommodations.
• Maintain accurate student records and meeting notes.
• Participate in crisis response and consultation as needed.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in school psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field
• Licensed or certified in New York State
• Experience working with preschool and/or elementary-aged students
• Strong knowledge of child development, counseling practices, and school-based mental health support
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills
• Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and research-informed practice
• Ability to approach student support with empathy, discretion, flexibility, and sound judgment