J18153 - Elementary School Counselor - Abu Dhabi UAE - August 2026

Edvectus; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A K-18 international school in Abu Dhabi is looking for an Elementary School Counselor to start in August 2026. The ideal candidate will promote the social and emotional wellbeing of students, work collaboratively with teachers and families, and provide direct counseling services. Candidates should possess relevant counseling qualifications and experience within the IB PYP. The role offers a competitive salary of AED 11,830 per month, along with benefits including accommodation and medical insurance.

Benefits

Salary of AED 11,830 per month (tax‑free)

End‑of‑service gratuity

Free single furnished accommodation

Annual flights

Comprehensive medical insurance

Qualifications

• Experience working within the IB PYP or a comparable international curriculum background.
• Knowledge of ASCA and international school counseling frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Promote the social, emotional and academic wellbeing of all students.
• Work closely with teachers, administrators and families.
• Provide direct counseling services to students.
• Contribute to whole‑school planning and continuous improvement.

Skills

Strong relationship‑building skills

Ability to work with children from diverse cultural backgrounds

Education

Relevant teaching or counselling qualifications for elementary level

Job description

Elementary School Counselor – Aug 2026

The school is inviting applications for an Elementary School Counselor for the academic year starting August 2026 in Abu Dhabi.

Benefits

• Salary: AED 11,830 per month (tax‑free)
• End‑of‑service gratuity
• Free single furnished accommodation
• Annual flights
• Comprehensive medical insurance

About the School

Our K‑18 international school serves over 70 nationalities in a suburban Abu Dhabi campus with expansive facilities. We value culturally sensitive, globally minded educators who are committed to a student‑centered learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Promote the social, emotional and academic wellbeing of all students in alignment with the IB PYP and international counseling frameworks (e.g., ASCA, International Model for School Counseling Programs).
• Work closely with teachers, administrators and families to support a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment that empowers students to thrive as learners and individuals.
• Provide direct counseling services to students and consult with staff on whole‑school planning and continuous improvement.
• Shape a positive school culture and contribute to whole‑school planning and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching or counselling qualifications for elementary level.
• Experience working within the IB PYP or a comparable international curriculum background.
• Strong relationship‑building skills and ability to work with children from diverse cultural backgrounds.
• Knowledge of ASCA and international school counseling frameworks.

Contact

Contact your Edvectus advisor today to find out more.