The Baldwin School·Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania
The Upper School Counselor will foster relationships and collaborate with students, parents, faculty, and administrators to support student social-emotional growth. They will also work with the Director of Counseling and Wellbeing to train faculty and develop comprehensive support programs.
Part-time Upper School Counselor Founded in 1888, The Baldwin School is an all-girls college preparatory, independent day school, PreK-Grade 12, dedicated to a tradition of excellence in education. In a nurturing atmosphere that reflects socioeconomic, ethnic and religious diversity, our girls strive to develop scholarship, leadership and citizenship within a community that emphasizes intellectual rigor, ethical integrity, and independence of thought. More information is available on our website. The Baldwin School is seeking a part time position of Upper School Counselor to support students in Grades 9-12 beginning in August 2026. The successful candidate will possess excellent speaking, writing, and interpersonal skills; be successful in working with teams; demonstrate relevant and current knowledge of adolescent development and health related topics; show enthusiasm for working with students, families, and colleagues; have a very high level of energy, creativity and flexibility; possess a growth mindset; and a sense of humor. She or he will be able to inspire and empower students and faculty to learn; collaborate and engage in daily conversations and experiences with students and colleagues; and commit to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning. Successful candidates will have an understanding of and appreciation for girls' education. The Upper School Counselor is a part of the Baldwin Counseling and Wellbeing team, working to provide robust, comprehensive programming and services to students, faculty, and parents in support of student social-emotional growth and development.
Foster and maintain strong relationships and collaborative communication with students, parents, faculty, and administrators; Work with the Director of Counseling and Wellbeing to support faculty training to develop their knowledge, skills, attitudes, and behaviors; Work collaboratively with the learning specialists in the continued development of a comprehensive student support program that includes education and consultation with faculty, staff, and administration; Collaborate with the learning specialists to provide multi-faceted support for students in the classroom and through outside resources; Collaborate with the learning specialists to read and interpret the results of neuropsychological evaluations as needed; In collaboration with faculty and administration, design and implement an individualized plan for students whose social-emotional needs are impacting their ability to fully complete academic assignments; Work with faculty, parents, and private contractors on behalf of students who require specialized academic instruction and/or counseling services; Implement programming for families and faculty/staff specific to the issues facing students, such as social media, mental health, at-risk behaviors, peer dynamics, etc.; Support student programming, such as Peer Mentors and their training; Participate as a full member of the Upper School faculty and demonstrate a willingness to engage actively in The Baldwin School community in an appropriate and visible way Serve as an advisor to a small group of students, and chaperone events as needed Other duties as assigned by the Division Head or Head of School. Required Qualifications Include: Master's degree in Counseling, School Psychology, or related field; A minimum of 3 years in a school setting working with middle or upper-school-aged students; Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Enthusiasm for embracing the independent school model of mentoring, advising, and supporting students outside the classroom; Demonstrated experience in differentiation, enrichment, and intervention strategies; experience with a variety of common academic and behavioral assessments
Include: Experience with G-Suite/Google Apps for Education; Interested candidates, please submit a cover letter, resume, and three references. Baldwin is an equal opportunity employer, and we strongly encourage candidates of all backgrounds, genders, and abilities to apply.
Candidates must have a Master's degree in Counseling or a related field and at least 3 years of experience working with middle or upper-school-aged students. Excellent communication skills and enthusiasm for supporting students outside the classroom are also required.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, part-time Upper School Counselor roles are often competitive because schools look for counselors with graduate training, experience with middle or upper-school students, and strong communication skills. These positions can appeal to candidates who want student-facing work outside the classroom, but applicants should expect close review of school-fit and experience level. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time. Before applying, tailor your resume to highlight counseling experience with adolescents and examples of collaboration with students, families, and staff.