School Counselor (K-5)

The Village School of Naples•Naples, FL

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The job of the School Counselor is best described as providing a comprehensive school-counseling program that assists all students in acquiring the skills and knowledge to maximize highest student achievement in a safe learning environment. This is a 10-month position serving students K- Grade 5, beginning August 2026. Join Our Team at The Village School of Naples The Village School of Naples is a private, co-educational, independent school offering pre-Kindergarten through twelfth grade students an innovative and impactful educational experience in an inclusive Christian environment. Our school faculty and staff are on a dynamic journey of growth, and we are excited to invite dedicated and passionate professionals to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year. At The Village School, we take pride in fostering an educational environment that values inquiry-based, student-centered learning. Our commitment is to empower and inspire students to become critical thinkers and innovative problem solvers in the face of challenges in our ever-changing world.

Requirements

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling
State of Florida School Counselor certification or eligibility for Florida State certification
Spoken and written language skills must be strong and representative of an educated professional
Excellent communication and organizational skills are a must
Technology skills must be strong and representative of an educated professional and are required to maintain records and communications
Candidates must be able to articulate their faith and support the school’s Christian environment

Responsibilities

Guide the development and implementation of an effective school counseling program that focuses on and promotes students’ success and complies with FCIS standards
Act as an advocate for all students
Value and respond to the diversity and individual differences of students
Ensure equitable access to opportunities and rigorous curriculum for all students
Collaborate and consult with parents, teachers, community organizations and other stakeholders
Provide professional leadership to establish a culture conducive to learning
Collaborate with other TVS School Counselors for the purpose of developing, reviewing and maintaining a comprehensive School Counseling Program
Provide direct support services by counseling individual and/or small groups of students with academic, career and personal/social concerns
Assist students in developing a plan for achieving educational, career and personal/social goals
Develop dynamic academic schedules that benefit students’ needs and provides an opportunity for educational growth, including proper student placement
Consult with a variety of school-based teams, including the Student Success Team to recommend additional testing or evaluations
Confer with classroom teachers, administration, support staff, community agencies and parents regarding students and their needs
Provide support to teachers in the delivery of social emotional learning-related curriculum
Coordinate with school and community agencies to broaden students’ resources
Guide individuals/groups of students through the development of educational plans, career awareness, and personal/social growth issues
Keep diligent counseling records, following security and confidentiality protocols
Identify and disaggregate critical data, such as grades, test scores, attendance, promotion rates, graduation, and post-secondary enrollment rate
Use data to develop strategies to positively impact students
Follow the guidelines of the national, state and district standards for professional school counselors
Adhere to ethical and legal professional standards
Use appropriate technology for counseling services, including online support through distance learning/counseling in the event of an extended school closing
Perform other related duties, as required