Early & Lower School Counselor — Student Wellbeing

Charlotte Preparatory School; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte Preparatory School in Charlotte, NC seeks a full-time School Counselor for the Early and Lower School (pre-primary through third grade). The counselor provides developmentally appropriate individual and group counseling, crisis support, and supports the social-emotional curriculum.

The role requires a Master’s Degree in a relevant field and NC licensure, with prior school counseling experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a relevant field (psychology, counseling, social work) required.
• Must maintain full licensure for North Carolina.
• Prior school counseling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide developmentally appropriate individual and group counseling for early and lower school students.
• Offer crisis support and play-informed interventions as needed.
• Support and enhance the social-emotional curriculum with preventive practices.
• Conduct classroom observations to identify triggers and model regulation strategies.
• Serve as liaison between parents, teachers, and outside specialists.
• Maintain confidential counseling logs and documentation in FERPA compliance.

Skills

Team-oriented

Communication

Organization

Positive attitude

Proactive

Education

Master’s Degree in Psychology / School Counseling / Social Work

Job description

Charlotte Preparatory School in Charlotte, NC seeks a full-time School Counselor for the Early and Lower School (pre-primary through third grade). The counselor provides developmentally appropriate individual and group counseling, crisis support, and supports the social-emotional curriculum.

The role requires a Master’s Degree in a relevant field and NC licensure, with prior school counseling experience preferred.