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- School Counselor for Early School and Lower School
Description
OVERVIEW
The Early and Lower School Counselor at Charlotte Preparatory School is the primary emotional and
social support staff member for students in pre-primary through third grade. The Early and Lower School
Counselor supports students' social, emotional, and mental health in accordance with state law, the
professional and ethical standards of the American School Counselor Association, and school policies
and procedures. This is a full-time, 10-month position.
The employee will maintain a learning environment that supports the Charlotte Preparatory School
mission statement and upholds the four pillars of leadership - Respect, Integrity, Perseverance, and
Courage. Charlotte Preparatory School is committed to sustaining a professional, inclusive, and
collaborative environment where diversity in thought and culture is welcomed.
Requirements
GENERAL DUTIES:
● Provide warm, developmentally-appropriate individual and group counseling, play-informed
intervention, and crisis support for students in the early and lower schools.
● Support and enhance the social-emotional curriculum using culturally responsive, preventive
practices.
● Conduct classroom observations to identify behavioral triggers, model regulation strategies, and
recommend environmental modifications to teachers.
● Assist in identifying early signs of developmental delays, neurodivergence, or sensory needs,
recommending further specialized evaluation when appropriate.
● Serve as a primary liaison between parents, teachers, and outside specialists.
● Interpret and summarize psychoeducational evaluations to create actionable support plans.
● Coordinate behavioral and academic interventions, partner with teachers on classroom
management strategies, and advocate for student needs.
● Assist with student transitions, parent education forums, school orientations, and connect
families to external community resources.
● Uphold strict adherence to child safety policies, mandated reporting requirements, and ethical
standards for early childhood mental health.
● Maintain confidential, accurate counseling logs, progress notes, and intervention plans in
compliance with FERPA and professional ethical standards.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS:
● Master’s Degree in Psychology, School Counseling, Social Work, or other related field.
● Must maintain full licensure for the state of North Carolina.
● Prior school counseling experience preferred.
Updated 08/26
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
● Team-oriented with the ability to work effectively with all members of the Charlotte Prep
community.
● Strong communication and organizational skills with high levels of attention to detail.
● Positive, enthusiastic, flexible, and warm personality.
● Strong work ethic, proactive, and success-oriented.
SUPERVISION
Reports directly to the Head of Lower School
Please direct resume, cover letter, and references to Ms. Megan Wright, Head of Lower School;
[email protected]
Charlotte Preparatory School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national or ethnic
origin, or any other legally protected classification applicable to Charlotte Preparatory School in
administration of its educational policies, employment policies, admissions policies, financial aid, athletic
and other school-administered programs.
