School Counselor

A Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400 - 223,200; Full time

Job summary

A progressive education institution in Dubai is seeking a School Counselor to provide academic, emotional, and social support to students. The ideal candidate will collaborate with teachers, parents, and management to foster a supportive environment. Responsibilities include counseling students, conducting assessments, and organizing workshops. Candidates should hold a relevant degree and have experience in school counseling. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on students' growth and well-being.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience for junior roles, 3+ years for senior roles.
• Knowledge of UAE educational regulations and KHDA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling for personal, social, and academic issues.
• Support students with career guidance and higher education planning.
• Conduct assessments for behavioral, emotional, or learning difficulties.
• Organize workshops on mental health and life skills.
• Collaborate to develop student support plans.
• Maintain confidential records of counseling sessions.
• Assist in conflict resolution among students.
• Promote a positive school climate.

Skills

Individual and group counseling

Career guidance

Assessment and intervention

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education, or Social Work

Job description

School Counselor

We are hiring School Counselor, who will provide academic, emotional, and social support to students, helping them achieve personal growth, resolve challenges, and succeed academically. The role involves collaborating with teachers, parents, and school management to foster a safe and supportive school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling for students on personal, social, and academic issues
• Support students with career guidance and higher education planning
• Conduct assessments and interventions for behavioral, emotional, or learning difficulties
• Organize workshops and seminars on mental health, stress management, and life skills
• Collaborate with teachers and parents to develop student support plans
• Maintain confidential records of counseling sessions and progress reports
• Assist in conflict resolution among students and peer mediationMonitor attendance, academic progress, and student well-being
• Promote a positive school climate and student engagement

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education, or Social Work
• Previous experience in school counseling or educational guidance preferred (1–3 years for junior, 3+ for senior roles)
• Knowledge of UAE educational regulations and KHDA guidelines.

INTERESTED CANDIDATES CAN SEND THEIR CV TO EMAIL: [e-mail]