School Counselor

CAI

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Job Summary

Job Description

We are in search of a School Counselor to work at Salvaggio Academy, a K-5 school in Allentown, PA. This is an onsite, fulltime position, Monday - Friday from 8am-4pm.

Salvaggio Academy, a private school in Allentown, Pennsylvania, provides a nurturing and academically rigorous environment for our students. We pride ourselves on our close-knit community, personalized attention, and commitment to fostering a love of learning.

Reporting to the Dean of Students, the School Counselor will support the social, emotional, behavioral, and academic development of students in grades K–5. This role includes direct services to students, consultation with staff and families, and collaboration with outside agencies as needed. The counselor will be a key member of our student support team, working proactively to create a positive school climate and provide early interventions.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide individual and small group counseling to students dealing with social, emotional, behavioral, and academic challenges

• Implement age-appropriate social-emotional learning (SEL) curriculum across all grade levels

• Support students in developing self-regulation, conflict resolution, peer relationships, and decision-making skill

• Identify students in need of additional support through teacher referrals, observations, and data analysis

• Develop and implement behavior intervention plans and support strategies

• Respond to crisis situations and provide short-term crisis counseling

• Consult regularly with teachers, staff, and administration to discuss student needs and progress.

• Partner with families to provide resources, guidance, and consistent support

• Serve as a liaison between school and outside mental health or social services agencies when needed

• Promote and help sustain a positive and inclusive school culture aligned with our core values and character development goals

• Assist in the implementation of school-wide initiatives such as bullying prevention, restorative practices, or mindfulness programs

• Maintain accurate and confidential records of counseling sessions and student progress

• Participate in student support team meetings and assist in developing 504/IEP recommendations when applicable

• Ensure compliance with ethical standards, school policies, and state regulations

What You’ll Need

Required:

• Master’s degree in School Counseling

• Supervised field experience which includes a practicum (minimum 60 hours of direct service) and an internship (minimum 300 hours, including instructional experience and direct service with individual and group clients)

• Passing scores on the Praxis School Counselor exam

• Valid PA Educational Specialist Certificate – School Counselor (or ability to obtain)

• Strong knowledge of child development, trauma-informed practices, and SEL frameworks

• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills

• Commitment to equity, inclusion, and cultural responsiveness

Preferred:

• Experience working with elementary-aged children in a school setting is preferred

Physical Demands

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards

• The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to ten pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to twenty-five pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty pounds

• Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor

The pay range for this position is $65,000 - $70,000 annually (USD). Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role receive paid time off and may also be entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

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