School Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Salary: $65 to $95 per hour

School Counselor (Part-Time)

STEAMspark is seeking a compassionate, proactive, and student-centered School Counselor to support the social-emotional growth and well-being of our Elementary and Middle School students. This position is ideal for a counselor who understands the unique needs of gifted, advanced, and high-achieving learners within a collaborative Montessori and STEAM integrated environment. Join a mission-driven, innovation-focused team committed to nurturing the whole child and reimagining education.

Job Overview

• Are you a relationship-driven, emotionally intelligent, and growth-oriented professional with a passion for supporting children and families?
• Do you thrive in collaborative environments and have a talent for helping students navigate academic pressure, peer relationships, emotional regulation, and personal growth?
• If so, you may be the right fit for this important student support role at STEAMspark.

As School Counselor, you will work closely with school leadership, educators, and families to foster a positive, emotionally safe, and supportive learning environment. This role is ideal for a counselor who values proactive student support, strong family partnerships, and a whole-child approach to education.

Key Responsibilities:

Student Support & Counseling

• Provide social-emotional support and counseling services for Elementary and Middle School students.
• Conduct individual, small-group, and classroom guidance sessions.
• Support students experiencing anxiety, peer conflict, stress, emotional dysregulation, or executive functioning challenges.
• Help students develop healthy interpersonal relationships, self-advocacy skills, and conflict-resolution strategies.
• Provide proactive emotional support for students navigating academic rigor, perfectionism, and high personal expectations.

Family Partnership & Collaboration

• Partner closely with families through proactive communication, transparency, and collaboration.
• Collaborate with faculty and leadership to support student growth and well-being.
• Assist in developing student support plans and wellness initiatives.
• Serve as a resource to families and staff regarding social-emotional development and student needs.

School Culture & Wellness

• Promote resilience, leadership, character development, and healthy peer relationships.
• Foster a culture of emotional wellness, kindness, belonging, and respect.
• Help cultivate a positive, inclusive, and emotionally safe campus culture.
• Support the schools mission and Montessori philosophy through relationship-centered practices.

Documentation & Professional Practice

• Maintain appropriate documentation, records, and confidentiality standards.
• Follow ethical and professional counseling practices.
• Participate in school meetings, professional development, and collaborative planning.

Required Qualifications (What Were Looking For):

• Masters degree in School Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Valid counseling certification or licensure preferred.
• Experience working with Elementary and/or Middle School students required.
• Strong understanding of child development, SEL practices, and executive functioning support.
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
• High level of professionalism, emotional intelligence, and discretion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting gifted, talented, advanced, or high-achieving learners.
• Strong understanding of the social-emotional needs of gifted students.
• Montessori training or openness to Montessori philosophy.
• Experience working within a high-performing or academically rigorous school environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• $65 to $95 per hour

Why Work at STEAMspark?

At STEAMspark, we believe education should nurture both excellence and well-being. Our team is committed to building a school culture where exceptionally bright students feel supported, challenged, known, and valued. We are passionate about fostering curiosity, emotional wellness, leadership, and lifelong learning in every child.

Ready to Inspire?

If you are a compassionate, mission-aligned professional who is passionate about supporting students and helping children thrive socially, emotionally, and academically, we invite you to apply.