International School of Brooklyn (ISB) is an independent, non-profit school that is known for its innovative and robust PreK-3 to 8th Grade Spanish and French language immersion program and International Baccalaureate curriculum. The ISB learning experience is driven by its mission to develop adventurers, create advocates, empower changemakers, and shape leaders.

Dedication to this mission enables ISB to develop each student’s creativity, critical thinking, global citizenship, and intercultural understanding. International School of Brooklyn is dedicated to ensuring that our school’s commitment to an inclusive and just world is reflected in all aspects of our school: in our classrooms, school culture, policies, and practices. ISB’s comprehensive commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion requires all staff and faculty members to actively and thoughtfully engage in work, training, and reflection around identity, anti-racism, and anti-bias.

Preschool and Lower School Counselor (Leave Replacement)

Flexible Full-Time or Adjusted Schedule | Late August – Mid-December 2026

The International School of Brooklyn seeks an energetic, collaborative, and reflective Lower School Counselor (Leave Replacement) to join our team from late August through mid-December 2026. This is a temporary position with flexibility for a full-time or adjusted schedule, depending on the candidate's availability.

Position Overview

The Preschool and Lower School Counselor provides individual and small-group counseling for students in Pre-K 3 through Grade 5, and collaborates closely with teachers, administrators, families, and outside professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide short-term individual and small-group counseling to students
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to support student needs
• Support classroom social-emotional learning (SEL) and co-lead lessons as needed
• Partner with families through communication, guidance, and workshops
• Coordinate with outside providers and support referral processes
• Participate in student support team meetings and school-wide initiatives
• Maintain appropriate documentation and uphold confidentiality
• Knowledge of CPSE/CSE processes

Qualifications

• Hold a degree in school counseling, psychology, social work, or related field
• Experience working with preschool and elementary-aged children
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Knowledge of child development and SEL practices
• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practice

Schedule & Compensation

• Flexible schedule: full-time or adjusted (part-time) schedule available
• Commensurate with experience ($40.00-$48.00 hourly rate) 
• This is a temporary position (August–December 2026) and is not eligible for ISB’s full benefits package. It offers meaningful opportunities for professional growth, including collaboration with a supportive team and access to relevant professional development experiences.

Applying to this position

Interested candidates should email letters of interest and resumes to Itzel Mendoza and Rosa Torres at jobs@isbrooklyn.org with the subject line “Preschool and Lower School Counselor (leave replacement)”.

About International School of Brooklyn

International School of Brooklyn (ISB) is an independent, non-profit school that is known for its innovative and robust Pre-K 3 to 8th Grade French and Spanish language immersion program and International Baccalaureate curriculum. The ISB learning experience is driven by six core values: inquiry-based learning, diversity, global curriculum, language immersion, community, and international mindedness. Dedication to these values enables ISB to develop each student’s creativity, critical thinking, global citizenship, and intercultural understanding. International School of Brooklyn is dedicated to ensuring that our school’s commitment to an inclusive and just world is reflected in all aspects of our school: in our classrooms, school culture, policies, and practices. ISB’s comprehensive commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion requires all staff and faculty members to actively and thoughtfully engage in work, training, and reflection around identity, anti-racism, and anti-bias. All staff and faculty members are expected to promote an inclusive and equitable school community.

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