Reports To: Principal. FLSA Classification: Exempt. Position Purpose: Facilitates students' personal, academic, and social-emotional development by providing guidance, counseling, and support services; empowers students to overcome challenges and achieve their potential; fosters a positive school environment and holistic well-being. Qualifications: Master’s Degree or certification in School Counseling; three years of experience (independent school preferred but not required); familiarity with Jewish culture, values, and traditions preferred. Ideal candidate: experience with executive functioning, emotional regulation, peer relationships, and identity development; knowledge of child development and how SEL impacts learning; experience with counseling, guidance lessons, parent education, and interventions; strong communication and collaboration; familiarity with community resources; commitment to professional development. Essential Functions: implement SEL curriculum; assist students in developing skills; provide short-term counseling; build positive relationships; coordinate with staff for supportive instruction; maintain positive culture; design/facilitate parent learning; participate in SST; provide crisis support; meet with parents; supervise students; participate in meetings/professional development; other duties. Physical requirements: desk/computer work; classroom environment; intermittent outdoor conditions.