The Harley School, a Nursery through Grade 12 independent school in Rochester NY with approximately 500 students (www.harleyschool.org) seeks a full-time School Psychologist/Counselor to support the Lower School division (3-year olds – Grade 4).
The School Counselor/Psychologist will work with students, faculty, staff, parents and other professionals to create safe, healthy, and supportive learning environments that strengthen connections among home, school, and community. This position promotes the social, academic, and emotional success of students. Candidates already in private practice are encouraged to apply.
Salary range: $50,000 – $65,000, based on years of experience
Responsibilities
- Offer expert consultation, direction, and support to faculty, staff, and families regarding children’s social-emotional growth, physical and emotional well-being, and academic strengths and differences
- Serve as a resource and consultant on mental health, child/adolescent psychology, and learning differences; conduct in-service programs as requested
- Evaluate students in crisis or at-risk to guide emergent problem-solving by faculty, staff and parents
- Provide referrals to outside services and collaborate with school staff, parents, and outside professionals/agencies in planning to meet the needs of individual students
- Provide wellness programs that help students develop healthy coping and decision-making skills
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, or social work from an accredited institution of higher education; must possess or have the ability to obtain New York State Certification
- Previous experience working with children and youth; experience in a school setting is preferred
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse learning community
- The ability to interpret educational and psychological testing results and help others do so
- Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Flexibility within the school day for student, team, and administrative meetings
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with CASEL competencies and experience with implementing (preferred)
- Familiarity with Monroe County mental health resources, including TIG (trauma, illness, and grief) community (preferred)
- Serve as a liaison between the school and outside agencies to direct a counseling intern program
To Apply
In the interest of promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce, The Harley School welcomes candidates from all backgrounds. Our School’s mission statement begins, “We are a diverse, inclusive school.” Along with a cover letter and résumé, we ask that you provide a personal statement on how you see yourself promoting diversity and inclusivity if you join the Harley community.
Please reply to jobs@harleyschool.org with your resume, letter of interest, licensure, and reference names and contact information. Thank you for your interest in The Harley School.
