Upper School Counselor: Student Wellness & Growth

Southern Association of Independent Schools, Inc.; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Professional development

Job summary

Southern Association of Independent Schools, Inc. is seeking an Upper School Counselor to support the academic, social, and emotional well-being of students in grades 10–12 at Tunstall Upper School, part of Norfolk Academy.

The counselor builds trusting relationships with students, families, faculty, and leadership to help students navigate adolescence. The role emphasizes confidential, developmentally appropriate counseling, collaboration with school staff, and connections to community

Qualifications

• Masters degree in school counseling, counseling, psychology, or a closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group counseling to Upper School students around social, emotional, academic, and developmental concerns.
• Collaborate with faculty, administrators, and families to identify and support students who may need additional assistance.
• Consult with teachers and Upper School leadership regarding student well-being, behavior, relationships, and other concerns that may affect the student experience.
• Communicate thoughtfully with parents and guardians and help connect families with appropriate school and community resources when needed.
• Help students develop healthy coping strategies, resilience, responsible decision-making, self-advocacy, and positive relationships.
• Provide developmentally appropriate programming related to student wellness, mental health, relationships, decision-making, and other topics relevant to adolescent growth.
• Participate in student-support meetings and collaborate with other members of the schools student-support team.
• Respond appropriately to students experiencing significant emotional distress or crisis and work with school leadership, families, and outside professionals as necessary.
• Maintain appropriate confidential records and documentation in accordance with professional standards and school policies.
• Develop and maintain relationships with outside mental health professionals and community resources to support appropriate referrals and continuity of care.
• Contribute actively to the life of the Tunstall Upper School and broader Norfolk Academy community through participation in school programs, events, and activities, and by building meaningful relationships with students beyond the counseling office.

Education

Master7s degree

Job description

Southern Association of Independent Schools, Inc. is seeking an Upper School Counselor to support the academic, social, and emotional well-being of students in grades 10–12 at Tunstall Upper School, part of Norfolk Academy.

The counselor builds trusting relationships with students, families, faculty, and leadership to help students navigate adolescence. The role emphasizes confidential, developmentally appropriate counseling, collaboration with school staff, and connections to community