Elementary School Counselor, Part-Time at Sela PCS

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBackground/MissionSela PCS was created to help tackle educational inequity, racial segregation and cultural isolation - to create a place where students would be celebrated as they begin their global citizenship journey. Sela is a dual language Hebrew and English school that proudly serves and educates 300+ PreK-3 - 5th grade students in Washington, DC. Mission: Sela PCS offers children of all ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds in the District of Columbia, from Pre-K to 5th grade, the opportunity to achieve academic excellence in a safe, nurturing environment that focuses on dual-language instruction in English and Hebrew, promotes the value of diversity and provides skills for engaging with the world.The OpportunityThe part-time Elementary School Counselor will design and deliver a developmental, culturally responsive school counseling program to meet the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs of Sela PCS students in grades PreK3-5. This role collaborates with teachers, administrators, and families to promote student success in alignment with Sela’s mission and dual-language, globally focused model.Job ResponsibilitiesDevelop and deliver a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with ASCA (American School Counselor Association) standards and the school’s mission.Plan and facilitate classroom lessons, small groups, and individual counseling sessions to build students’ social-emotional, interpersonal, and self-management skills.Use student data (attendance, behavior, and academic indicators) to identify needs and measure program impact.Collaborate with instructional staff to integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) themes into classroom instruction and dual-language activities.Provide solution-focused individual and group counseling for students experiencing academic, emotional, or behavioral challenges.Support positive school climate initiatives and assist with conflict resolution and restorative practices.Participate in student support meetings (e.g., MTSS, RTI) and help implement intervention plans.Conduct risk assessments and coordinate referrals to external mental health or community resources when appropriate.Work closely with teachers, administrators, and the RTI Team to ensure coordinated services for students.Engage and collaborate with families through communication, workshops, and meetings to support student well-being.Serve as a liaison between the school and community resources to connect families with outside supports.Maintain confidential records of counseling activities, student interactions, and referrals in accordance with ethical and legal standards.Stay current on best practices in school counseling, SEL, trauma-informed care, and cultural responsiveness.Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development as requested.Job Qualifications, Skills and CharacteristicsMaster’s degree in School Counseling or a related field from an accredited institution.Valid DC school counselor certification (or eligibility to obtain one).Experience working with elementary-aged students in diverse and multilingual settings.Strong understanding of social-emotional learning and child development.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with students, staff, and families.Commitment to Sela PCS’s mission of dual-language immersion, diversity, and global citizenship.Experience in a dual-language or immersion school setting.Training in restorative practices, trauma-informed approaches, or MTSS/RTI frameworks.Experience using data to guide counseling decisions.Job InformationThis is a non-exempt full-time position. Hours and schedule are TBD.This position reports to the Director of Special Education. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.Full-time equivalent salary range: $65,000–$90,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.Part-time salary range: approximately $30,000–$50,000 annually, depending on schedule (hours to be determined) and experience.Competitive hourly or prorated salary based on assigned hours.Eligible for limited benefits as defined by Sela PCS policy for part-time staff.Professional growth opportunities within a collaborative, inclusive, and mission-driven environment. Powered by JazzHRjz3vT3M80w