K-5 School Counselor: Flexible Hours & Student Growth

Old Mission Peninsula School; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Old Mission Peninsula School in Traverse City, MI is seeking a part-time School Counselor to support K–5 students with academic, social, and emotional growth. The counselor will collaborate with families, teachers, and staff to foster a positive school climate and student success.

The role emphasizes compassionate, confidential counseling, development of programs, crisis support, and ongoing professional growth within a caring community partnership.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in School Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Valid School Counselor Certification.
• Previous experience in school counseling or a similar educational setting is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, staff, and parents.
• Knowledge of counseling techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and student development theories.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to address personal, social, academic, and emotional challenges.
• Develop and implement counseling programs to support student achievement and well-being.
• Conduct assessments to identify needs and develop intervention plans.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to support student development.
• Offer crisis intervention and support for students facing immediate emotional or behavioral challenges.
• Facilitate workshops for students, parents, and staff on mental health and coping strategies.
• Maintain confidential records of counseling sessions.
• Advocate for students’ needs and connect them with resources.
• Stay informed about best practices in counseling and education.
• Maintain a safe, positive environment and effective communication with stakeholders.
• Ensure regular and predictable attendance.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Empathy

Crisis Intervention

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in School Counseling

School Counselor Certification

Job description

Old Mission Peninsula School in Traverse City, MI is seeking a part-time School Counselor to support K–5 students with academic, social, and emotional growth. The counselor will collaborate with families, teachers, and staff to foster a positive school climate and student success.

The role emphasizes compassionate, confidential counseling, development of programs, crisis support, and ongoing professional growth within a caring community partnership.