Elementary School Counselor

We are looking to hire for the position of Elementary School Counselor for the 2026–2027 school year, according to the following skills and qualifications.

Interested candidates please send your application by November 30; position may close before that date if a suitable candidate is found.

Position Details

Position Name: Elementary School Counselor

Reports to: Elementary School Principal and Director of Student Support Services

Time commitment: Full-time

The position

The focus of elementary school counseling at Nido is on proactive and preventive education. The counselor provides professional guidance to elementary school students, families and staff in the area of social emotional learning and well being to instill in students the skills to manage emotions, build healthy interpersonal relationships with peers and adults, and develop responsible decision making to navigate their digital world.

School Mission

International School Nido de Aguilas empowers learners to CONNECT authentically, EXPLORE with curiosity, and ACT with purpose.

School Core Values

Suitable candidates will demonstrate our core values of

Kindness • Respect • Responsibility • Integrity• Belonging • Positivity

Portrait of a Nido Learner

Nido Learners are

Connectors

Thinkers

Inquirers

Designers

Changemakers

Qualifications and Experience

Relevant degree in Psychology/Counseling from an accredited university/ college

5+ years of school counseling experience, preferably in international schools

Experience working with and understanding young learners and their development

Cross-cultural experience and understanding of the unique needs of an international school context

Proficiency with educational technology

High proficiency in English required

High proficiency in Spanish preferred

Skills, Attitudes, and Dispositions

Ability to connect and build positive relationships with both students and families

Effective listening skills and the ability to communicate clearly and kindly both verbally and in writing

A holistic and strengths based approach to working with children and families

The ability to collaborate with others and consider alternate perspectives

Ability to take initiative and demonstrate a proactive and solutions focused approach

Ability to navigate high emotional situations with professional judgement

A commitment to professional growth and development

An individual who demonstrate self care and take care of their own well-being

Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Demonstrates multicultural, ethical and professional competencies in planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating the comprehensive school counseling program

Organizes preventive education programs for both students and families

Supports teachers to integrate the divisional social and emotional curriculum into the academic curriculum

Coordinates and implements individual or short term small group counseling (e.g. crisis intervention, peer mediation, personal growth, etc.) based on identified needs

Engages with students by observing social interactions, and developing relationships during non-instructional times,

Works collaboratively with teachers to identify and develop strategies to support students

Provides in-service professional learning for staff and families around Social Emotional Learning

Supports Nido’s Admissions Process and assists with the transition of new and withdrawing students (i.e. Student Ambassadors Program)

Coordinates referrals for students and/or families to specialists and professionals in the community (e.g., mental health, educational development, medical assessment etc)

Assists in school crisis management planning and safeguarding protocols

Counsels students regarding personal/family concerns (eg, divorce, death, moving)

Participates in the pre-referral and referral process for student of care process and case manages students with identified social-emotional and mental health needs

Participates in the School and Community Life Committee (Comite Convivencia Escolar)

Is responsive to the needs of students, staff, and parents

International School Nido de Aguilas is an equal opportunity employer. We thrive on being a diverse environment and seek the best talents who will contribute to generating an inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their gender, age, religion, race, ethnicity, marital status, cultural background, sexual orientation, languages, abilities, or any other personal characteristic.

International School Nido de Aguilas is committed to promoting a safe and secure environment by following, enforcing and constantly improving our child safeguarding policy.