Calvert School, an independent lower and middle school, has an opening for a full-time Counselor for its Lower School for the 2026-27 school year.  Calvert School inspires each child to lead a life of purpose by providing a strong foundation in academic skills and character development. At Calvert School, students learn and grow in a joyful and nurturing community that cultivates intellectual curiosity, confidence, and a deep appreciation for learning.

Calvert School is located in Tuscany-Canterbury, a residential neighborhood in Baltimore City, just north of Johns Hopkins University and south of Loyola University Maryland. The campus is easily accessible from Charles Street and I-83. 

The Lower School Counselor plays a crucial role in supporting students' academic, social, and emotional well-being. The Counselor will help students navigate personal and academic challenges, develop problem-solving skills, and prepare for future academic success. The counselor will work with students in Kindergarten through Fourth Grades and will collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to foster a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to support students' emotional and social development.
• Assist students with problem-solving strategies, address behavioral issues, and work with students to develop coping skills.
• Facilitate conflict resolution and mediate peer disputes.
• Conduct assessments to identify students' emotional needs.
• Develop and implement school-wide programs on topics such as bullying prevention and stress management.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents to address students’ needs and provide support.
• Provide crisis intervention and referrals to mental health professionals when needed.
• Maintain confidential records and ensure compliance with school and state policies.
• Advocate for student needs and promote an inclusive school environment.
• Teach Pillars class, which is a curriculum centered on fostering students’ social-emotional competencies, character education, and overall personal development.

Skills & Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
• State certification or licensure as a School Counselor.
• Experience working with lower school-aged children is strongly preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of educational and psychological counseling techniques.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students and families.
• Experience with conflict resolution and crisis intervention.
• Understanding of child development and social-emotional learning.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple student cases.

Calvert School offers a competitive salary and benefits package.  Salaries for counselors are based on years of experience, education, and job-related responsibilities.  The salary range is $70,000 to $90,000 and candidates with additional experience and/or advanced degrees may receive a higher salary.  Calvert School offers medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement plans. Employees of Calvert School also receive generous leave that includes paid holidays, sick, and personal leave days. 

Interested candidates should send a resume to: 

HR@CalvertSchoolMD.org (preferred method)

About Calvert School, Inc.

Calvert School, a non-sectarian lower and middle school, provides an excellent day school education to area boys and girls. Children are prepared for secondary school and for a lifetime of learning by mastering the academic basics. Through its financial aid and recruitment efforts, Calvert strives to offer an educational opportunity to students of varied ethnic and economic backgrounds. Calvert School is located in Tuscany-Canterbury, a residential neighborhood in Baltimore City, just north of Johns Hopkins University and south of Loyola University Maryland, accessible from Charles Street and I-83.

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