School Description: The Chapin School, an independent K-12 day school for girls located in New York City, seeks a student-centered, collaborative, and innovative educator to serve as Upper School Counselor (Grades 8-12). (View Chapin’s Mission Statement here.)
Chapin’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB): All Chapin students and professional community members are valued and appreciated for their unique identities, including their diverse backgrounds, perspectives, talents, and interests. We expect Chapin faculty to employ culturally informed, equity-focused teaching practices in order to reach all students and ensure they are known and understood. Each individual belongs to and is an integral part of our affirming and joyful learning community. To support this commitment, Chapin actively seeks diversity in its faculty, staff, and student body. All candidates are encouraged to be familiar with Chapin’s DEIB commitment found on the School’s website.
JOB OVERVIEW: Upper School Counselor
Under the guidance of the Head of Upper School and the supervision of the Director of Student Counseling Services, the full-time Upper School Counselor supports the students in grades 8-12 in their social, emotional, and academic development. With empathy and understanding, this individual will have a strong presence in the Upper School through direct work with students, collaboration with teachers, provision of learning support, and partnership with families.
Chapin’s next Upper School Counselor will be:
An individual who demonstrates a commitment to comprehensive and integrated social and emotional programming who
- Uses evidence-based practices and research to inform decisions and programming that support the social-emotional wellness of all Upper School students
- Partners with the Upper School Deans and Counseling & Health Department to support the Upper School Health & Wellness curriculum
- Recognizes the importance of integrating social and emotional learning in all aspects of students’ lives at school and supports students via participation in classroom teaching, small group, and one-on-one meetings as needed
- Acts as a resource to advisors and a collaborator in the ongoing development of the Upper School Advisory Program
A student-centered educator and practitioner who values each student’s voice, experience, and history who
- Possesses a deep understanding of adolescent development and approaches work with young people joyfully
- Models an appreciation for student wellness and the connection between emotional health and intellectual wellbeing
- Is skilled in determining appropriate next steps for a variety of situations, whether working proactively or responsively, and approaches with a restorative lens
- Identifies the individual, classroom, and grade-wide social-emotional trends and needs of students, so as to design appropriate interventions and supports
An individual who actively cultivates a classroom and community of belonging by
- Building strong, intentional relationships with students, families, and Professional Community members through individual interactions, classroom teaching, participation in divisional activities, and community events
- Engaging regularly in work to deepen cultural competence and proficiency to better understand and serve a diverse community
- Prioritizing continuous examination of own biases with respect to student diversity, equity, and inclusion
A partner to students, their families, and colleagues in the social-emotional needs of Upper School students who
- Works with the community in an understanding, confidential, and supportive manner
- Provides guidance and support to parents around adolescent development and issues related to mental health
- Establishes and maintains connections with outside providers and manages individual crisis intervention
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Master’s or Doctoral Degree in School Counseling or School Psychology
- Two or more years of experience with 13-18 year-olds
- Commitment to DEIB/Culturally Responsive Practice
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Preferred
- Experience in a high school setting
- Experience delivering social-emotional learning curriculum
- Experience with restorative practices
Salary will be commensurate with experience with a range of $90,000 - $130,000.
How to apply: Submit your cover letter and résumé by February 22nd. The committee will begin review of applications on February 22nd.