Future Talent Pipeline - Elementary School Counselor

Young World Physical Education; United States; On-site; USD 39,963 - 57,090; Full time

Job summary

ACS Athens is seeking a passionate Elementary School Counselor to join our learning community for the 2026–2027 academic year. This maternity leave replacement supports the social, emotional, and academic growth of young learners within a welcoming international school environment.

You will deliver SEL lessons, provide individual and group counseling, collaborate with families and staff, participate in student advocacy and schoolwide initiatives, and respond to crises with care and

Qualifications

• Degree in Counseling or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Valid license in School Counseling.
• Minimum of 2 years in a school-based counseling role.
• Fluency in English is required.
• Commitment to child safeguarding and ethical practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to address students’ emotional, social, and academic needs.
• Deliver SEL classroom lessons aligned with ACS Athens frameworks and philosophy.
• Communicate proactively with families; offer support, resources, and guidance to ensure student wellbeing.
• Partner with teachers and staff to promote positive learning environments and student success.
• Participate in Child Study Teams and contribute to developing support plans and intervention strategies.
• Support new students and families through orientation and integration initiatives (e.g., peer buddy program).
• Engage in programs that promote character education, wellness, and anti-bullying awareness.
• Provide support during critical incidents to ensure safety and care for the school community.
• Commit to ongoing learning and apply best practices in school counseling and child development.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Elementary School Principal.

Skills

Strong communication

Developmentally appropriate counseling

Culturally responsive counseling

Digital tools for engagement

English fluency

Education

Degree in Counseling or related field

Valid School Counseling license

Job description

Future Talent Pipeline - Elementary School Counselor

American Community Schools Athens Student Success Wellness Program - Athens, GREECE, Outside US and Canada Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Duration: SY 2026-2027

Reports to: Head of Social Emotional Learning & Wellbeing

ACS Athens is a student-centered international school grounded in American educational philosophy and principles. We are seeking a passionate Elementary School Counselor to join our dynamic learning community for the 2026–2027 academic year.

Role Summary

The Elementary School Counselor plays a vital role in supporting the social, emotional, and academic growth of young learners, fostering a culture of care, inclusion, and wellbeing. This is a maternity leave replacement position.

Key Responsibilities

• Student Support: Provide individual and group counseling to address students’ emotional, social, and academic needs.
• Social Emotional Learning (SEL): Deliver SEL classroom lessons aligned with ACS Athens frameworks and philosophy.
• Family Engagement: Communicate proactively with families; offer support, resources, and guidance to ensure student wellbeing.
• Collaboration & Consultation: Partner with teachers and staff to promote positive learning environments and student success.
• Student Advocacy: Participate in Child Study Teams and contribute to developing support plans and intervention strategies.
• Transitions: Support new students and families through orientation and integration initiatives (e.g., peer buddy program).
• Schoolwide Initiatives: Engage in programs that promote character education, wellness, and anti-bullying awareness.
• Crisis Response: Provide support during critical incidents to ensure safety and care for the school community.
• Professional Growth: Commit to ongoing learning and apply best practices in school counseling and child development.
• Additional Duties: Other responsibilities as assigned by the Elementary School Principal.

Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Counseling or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Certification: Valid license in School Counseling.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in a school-based counseling role.
• Skills:
• Strong communication skills with young learners and families.
• Ability to deliver developmentally and culturally responsive counseling.
• Comfort with digital tools to enhance services and engagement.
• Language: Fluency in English required.
• Commitment: Deep dedication to child safeguarding and ethical practice.

Why Join ACS Athens?

At ACS Athens, we are committed to excellence in education, student-centered innovation, and global leadership. If you are a forward-thinking educational leader ready to drive transformational change, we invite you to apply!

ACS Athens does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, genetic information, or disability in admission to, access to, employment in, or treatment in its programs and activities. ACS Athens is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workplace. The school system’s educational philosophy and HR goals, including the goal of equal employment opportunity, will be considered in filling all positions.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required