Job Summary:

The Dean of Counseling & Upper School Associate Director of Student Services serves as a key member of the Upper School (US) administrative team and provides strategic leadership for the school-wide counseling program (PK–12), while directly overseeing student support services in the US. This role ensures a cohesive, developmentally appropriate counseling continuum across all divisions and supports the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral well-being of students. In the US, the Associate Director provides administrative leadership, works closely and collaboratively with the administrative team and US faculty and staff, supervises student services programs, and supports faculty growth and student accountability and well-being.

This is a full-time, fully benefited, 12-month, exempt position. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.

Education/Experience:

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Psychology, Education, or closely related field required.
• Minimum of three years of experience in school counseling, mental health counseling, or closely related student support role required.
• Minimum of three years in an administrative leadership role required.
• Experience in independent or college-preparatory school settings preferred.

This position announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title and the education and skills required. This is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that are required or may be required in the future.

LHP conducts background checks, including fingerprinting (https://info.flclearinghouse.com/) and drug testing, and may use a third-party administrator. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Lake Highland Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Lake Highland Preparatory School

Lake Highland Preparatory School (LHP), a PreK-12 independent school in Orlando, Florida, was founded in 1970. The school strives to offer its students an unparalleled education with long-lasting life lessons rooted in integrity, grit, and grace. In spite of its size as one of the ten largest independent schools in the U.S., Lake Highland’s approach ensures that every child is known and nurtured. Students learn within an academically challenging and supportive environment, with teachers who are actively committed to the academic and social-emotional development of every child. This powerful combination results in joyful learning that prepares students exceptionally well for college and life beyond.

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