School Counselor

River Valley Waldorf School; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition remission

Professional development

Work-life balance

Job summary

River Valley Waldorf School in Upper Black Eddy, PA is seeking a dedicated Guidance Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year. You will be part of the Care Team, focusing on student well-being, emotional resilience, and holistic development within a Waldorf education framework.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Counseling or related field, with licensure or certification, experience with children/adolescents in educational settings, and a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Counseling, School Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Support, or related field.
• Certification/licensure as School Counselor, Behavioral Support Specialist, or Social Worker or willingness to pursue certification.
• Experience with children/adolescents in educational or behavioral settings; familiarity with Waldorf education preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to collaborate with colleagues and engage with parents.

Responsibilities

• Be a vital member of the Care Team and support student well-being and emotional resilience.
• Foster holistic development of students within a Waldorf education framework.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and administrators to create supportive environments.
• Participate in after-school faculty meetings and occasional evening/weekend events.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Commitment to DEIJ

Education

Master's degree in Counseling/School Psychology/Social Work/related field

Certification/licensure as School Counselor/Behavioral Support Specialist/Social Worker

Job description

Join a team where relationships matter as much as results. River Valley Waldorf School is more than a workplace. It’s an intentional community dedicated to educating the whole child while supporting the whole educator. Our culture is rooted in compassion, collaboration, and purpose.

General Description

River Valley Waldorf School is seeking a dedicated Guidance Counselor for immediate hire for the 2026-2027 school year. This position offers the opportunity to serve as a vital member of the school’s Care Team, fostering the well-being, emotional resilience, and holistic success of our students.

We seek candidates who bring warmth, empathy, and a passion for supporting the holistic development of children. River Valley has a strong foundation of dynamic teachers, growing enrollment, effective leadership, and committed families. Our school is guided by a vision of social justice through Waldorf Education, and we value colleagues who are deeply committed to diversity, equity, inclusion and justice.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate holds a master’s degree in Counseling, School Psychology, Social Work, Behavioral Support, or a related field, with certification or licensure as a School Counselor, Behavioral Support Specialist, or Social Worker, or a willingness to pursue certification. They should have experience working with children and adolescents in educational or behavioral support settings, with a preference for familiarity with Waldorf education. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and engage with parents. A passion for ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice work is a key requirement.

Each school day 8:00 am – 3:30 pm with a weekly after-school faculty meeting and occasional special events on evenings and weekends.

Salary range $42,000 – $51,000, commensurate with education and experience.

River Valley Waldorf School offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of its faculty and staff. Benefits include competitive salaries, generous health insurance options, and student tuition remission. Employees also have access to professional development opportunities to deepen their understanding of Waldorf education and further their careers. Additionally, the school fosters a supportive and collaborative work environment that values work-life balance, community engagement, and personal fulfillment, aligning with the holistic values at the heart of Waldorf education.

Start Date & Timeline

Start Date: Immediate

Inservice Training: Begins two weeks before the start of the school year

Required Training

• CPR and First Aid
• Mandated Reporter Training
• Stewards of Children – Darkness to Light

About River Valley Waldorf School

River Valley Waldorf School is nestled on 7 acres of forested hills overlooking the Delaware River in Upper Black Eddy, Pennsylvania, on unceded Lenni-Lenape land. Our community is committed to honoring the land’s history and fostering reverence for its natural beauty.

Our programs include a caretaker-child program, mixed-age early childhood classes, and grades one through eight. Accredited by both the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA) and the Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS), River Valley is also a full member of the Waldorf Early Childhood Association of North America (WECAN).

River Valley is a supportive, welcoming community, deeply committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. Located just 40-60 minutes from major metropolitan areas, our school offers a unique blend of rural beauty and accessibility.