Middle/Upper School Counselor (Leave Replacement) - Stuart Country Day School

Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart in Princeton, New Jersey, an independent, Catholic, diverse all-girls preschool to 12th grade Sacred Heart School with a mission to educate the whole child and inspire young women to lead lives of exceptional leadership and service, is searching for a Middle/Upper School Counselor for maternity leave position this fall..

This position will emotionally support students and aid in their psychological care and development. The counselor serves as a resource to faculty, administration, and families and guides the school in making decisions about the social-emotional health and well-being of the student body.  The counselor serves as a member of our health and wellness team and teaches a wellness class in the middle school.

The ideal candidate has expertise in their field, a passion for curricular innovation, a proven ability to work collaboratively in an interdisciplinary setting, and a strong belief in all-girls education. An equal opportunity employer, Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart is looking for an anti-racist educator committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging who will demonstrate cross-cultural awareness in their teaching and leadership practices. The school seeks candidates who can:

·  Create an inclusive classroom/work environment.

·  Use multicultural teaching/leadership methods, materials, and resources that reflect multiple perspectives. 

·  Engage in professional development opportunities to further develop inclusive teaching and leadership practices.

Skills & Requirements

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, counseling, or a related field, and experience working with middle and upper schoolers is preferred. An advanced degree and experience at an all-girls school or faith-based school are a plus.  All experience levels, including early and change of career candidates, are encouraged to apply, 

Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and a philosophy consistent with the mission and goals of the Sacred Heart.  Successful candidates will be collaborative, innovative, and student-centered.