Part Time Guidance Counselor

Saint James Elementary School is a faith-based learning community in Red Bank, NJ, seeking a compassionate and dedicated K–8 School Counselor.

About the role

As a valued member of our school community, the School Counselor will provide comprehensive counseling services that support the academic, social-emotional, and spiritual development of our students. The counselor will work collaboratively with students, families, faculty, and administration to foster a safe, caring, and faith-filled learning environment rooted in Catholic values. This is a part-time position (two days per week). The work schedule is flexible, and the selected candidate may choose which two weekdays to work.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to students in grades K–8.
• Support students' academic and emotional development through regular check-ins and classroom lessons.
• Promote a safe and inclusive school culture aligned with Catholic teachings.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to implement programs addressing bullying prevention, conflict resolution, and character education.
• Provide crisis intervention and referrals when needed.

Requirements

• Experience working with children in a school setting, preferably in grades K–8.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Required criminal history background check, fingerprinted, Virtus trained.

Pay

Based on experience.