Norfolk Collegiate School seeks a compassionate, student-centered Lower School Counselor for the 2026–2027 academic year. This position supports the social-emotional development and well-being of students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5, working closely with students, faculty, and families to foster a safe, inclusive, and supportive school environment.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with elementary-aged students, demonstrate strong communication and collaboration skills, and be committed to promoting student well-being and resilience within a school community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and small group counseling to support students' social-emotional development
• Design and deliver developmentally appropriate classroom guidance lessons
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to support student needs
• Serve as a resource for faculty on social-emotional learning strategies and classroom support
• Assist in the development and implementation of school-wide wellness initiatives
• Support crisis response and provide guidance during student-related concerns
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records in accordance with school policies
• Participate in student support team meetings and collaborate on intervention plans

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in School Counseling, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field
• Experience working with elementary-aged students in a school setting preferred
• School counseling licensure
• Strong understanding of child development and social-emotional learning
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment

Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, resume, three professional references, an unofficial copy of transcripts of all undergraduate and graduate degrees, and, if applicable, teacher certifications.

Norfolk Collegiate is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds.

About Norfolk Collegiate School

Founded in 1948, the Norfolk Collegiate School is a co-educational college preparatory K-12 school located in Norfolk, VA. The school’s two campuses are home to approximately 600 students. The strong sense of community, high expectation for student engagement, leadership, and honorable living are among the elements that make the school truly distinctive. NCS offers Advanced Placement and honors programs in addition to its strong college preparatory curriculum all designed to engage active communications and experiential learning. It is accredited by the Virginia Association of Independent Schools and the Southern Association of Colleges and School.

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