K-12 School Counselor (Part-Time) - Student Well-Being Champion

Carter G Woodson Charter School; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 246,000 - 491,000; Part time

Job summary

Carter G Woodson Charter School in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a dedicated Part-Time School Counselor to support the academic, emotional, and social well‑being of scholars in grades K–12. The role emphasizes direct counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with families to create a safe, structured learning environment aligned with the school’s mission.

The counselor will lead mental health initiatives, SEL groups, and MTSS/RTI planning, while partnering with teachers and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field.
• Valid North Carolina licensure (LCMHC, LCSW, or equivalent) or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience working with children or adolescents in a school or clinical setting.
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practices and social-emotional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small group counseling services to students experiencing emotional, behavioral, or social challenges.
• Conduct risk assessments and provide crisis intervention when necessary.
• Develop and implement individualized support plans for students in need.
• Support students with anxiety, trauma, grief, and behavioral concerns.
• Design and implement school-wide mental health initiatives and prevention programs.
• Lead social-emotional learning (SEL) groups and workshops.
• Promote a positive school climate focused on student well-being and resilience.
• Partner with teachers, instructional leaders, and administration to support student success.
• Provide strategies and resources to staff for managing student behavior and emotional needs.
• Participate in MTSS/RTI meetings and contribute to intervention planning.
• Communicate with families regarding student needs and provide resources/referrals as appropriate.
• Connect families to external mental health and community-based services.
• Support parent education initiatives related to student well-being.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records of student services in compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Ensure adherence to all school policies and ethical standards.
• Assist with reporting and documentation for compliance and audits as needed.

Skills

Trauma-informed practices

Social-emotional development

Education

Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field

North Carolina licensure (LCMHC, LCSW, or equivalent) or eligibility

Job description

Carter G Woodson Charter School in Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a dedicated Part-Time School Counselor to support the academic, emotional, and social well‑being of scholars in grades K–12. The role emphasizes direct counseling, crisis intervention, and collaboration with families to create a safe, structured learning environment aligned with the school’s mission.

The counselor will lead mental health initiatives, SEL groups, and MTSS/RTI planning, while partnering with teachers and