School Counsellor

Kbza; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 167,000 - 290,000; Full time

Job summary

Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Awal (KBZA) School in Abu Dhabi invites a professional school counselor to join our IB-MoE integrated program. You will support social, emotional, and academic development, and collaborate with faculty, parents, and students to nurture well-being and achievement.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in counseling and at least 3 years of school-based counseling experience, along with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling required.
• Minimum 3 years of school-based counseling experience.
• Ability to support social, emotional, and academic development.
• Knowledge of counseling theories and school referral policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect counseling services in class, small group, and individual sessions.
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and students to support wellbeing and learning.
• Maintain records and generate reports on student progress and needs.
• Stay current with best practices and participate in CPD activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Relationship management

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in counseling

Job description

Join our pioneering team at Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Awal (KBZA) School – Abu Dhabi

At Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Awal (KBZA) School, we proudly introduce the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum integrated with the MoE curriculum in Abu Dhabi, offering the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes. Our approach to education is guided by a belief in excellence that is both distinctly Emirati and globally minded.

At Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Awal (KBZA) School, we proudly introduce the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum that integrated with MoE curriculum in Abu Dhabi, offering the Primary Years, Middle Years, and Diploma Programmes. Our approach to education is guided by a belief in excellence that is both distinctly Emirati and globally minded.

As a pilot school under the UAE Ministry of Education (MoE), our mission is to pioneer a distinctly Emirati approach to public education—one that develops globally competitive, inquiring, and responsible students who embrace their national identity while engaging with the world with confidence and respect.

Our vision is to build a belief in a homegrown, globally competitive model of education that equips learners to excel as lifelong students, innovative thinkers, and active contributors to society—both locally and internationally.

By nurturing the whole child, we combine academic achievement, personal growth, and active community participation to inspire learners who think deeply, care genuinely, and contribute positively to the world around them.

Serving learners from KG to Grade 12, our facilities and programmes reflect our commitment to providing an inspiring environment for learning and development.

At KBZA School we uphold the highest standards of professional excellence and continuous improvement, ensuring our students and staff are well prepared for success in an ever-evolving global landscape.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling
• 3+ years school based experience
• Mindset: Demonstrate belief in all students in relation to success and access of counselling services, whereby all stakeholders understand the clear vision & support mechanisms that allow for social/emotional & academic development.
• Professional Responsibilities: Demonstrate a working knowledge of developmental, learning, counselling, and education theories.
• Direct & Indirect services: Can provide support in class, small group, large group and individual resources and sessions.
• Referrals: Has a clear understanding of school policies on counselling and is able to recognize the limits of school provision. Has a trusted network to signpost referrals and can articulate why diagnoses and long-term therapy is outside the school remit.
• CPD: Stays current with best practice and research. Proactive in attending relevant counseling courses.
• Strong analytical skills and experience generating reports.
• Problem Solving Skills.
• Leadership skills, including people management, student management, and classroom management.
• Relationship Management skills with colleagues, parents, and students.
• Communication skills and ability to adapt to all levels.