Part-Time Classroom Counselor: SEL & Student Support

Mastery Schools; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 56,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

403(b) plan

NJ pension plan

Professional development fund

Retail discounts

Job summary

Mastery Schools in Philadelphia seeks a Classroom Counselor to support students with emotional and behavioral challenges in both special education and general education settings. You will provide academic and behavioral support, implement positive behavior interventions, and collaborate with teachers to maintain a structured, supportive classroom.

This part-time role is 29 hours per week, with hourly wages ranging from $24.18 to $40.49 depending on education and experience, plus a $500 signing

Qualifications

• Experience working with adolescents in a school setting is preferred.
• Ability to implement behavior intervention plans with teachers.
• Strong de-escalation and crisis response skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Provide small-group academic support.
• Teach and reinforce positive behaviors.
• Build relationships with students, staff, and families.
• Collect and maintain behavioral data.
• Assist in de-escalating crises and implementing interventions.
• Collaborate on PBS plans and structured classrooms.
• Work as part of a team to promote inclusion.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Behavioral management

Trauma-informed

PBS plans

De-escalation

Communication

Education

Associate's degree

60 college credits

ParaPro exam

Education-related field

Job description

Mastery Schools in Philadelphia seeks a Classroom Counselor to support students with emotional and behavioral challenges in both special education and general education settings. You will provide academic and behavioral support, implement positive behavior interventions, and collaborate with teachers to maintain a structured, supportive classroom.

This part-time role is 29 hours per week, with hourly wages ranging from $24.18 to $40.49 depending on education and experience, plus a $500 signing