Derby Academy is a Pre-K-8 school in Hingham Massachusetts. Rooted in the school’s motto, “Improve Both Mind and Heart,” Derby provides students with a joyful and rigorous academic environment while infusing values and character development into all we do. 

Derby Academy seeks a compassionate and collaborative School Counselor. This part-time position will support the social and emotional needs of students and families through middle-school grade levels while working collaboratively with teachers and staff. 

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Providing short-term individual and group counseling with respect and compassion for each individual student
• Implementing Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) lessons in classrooms
• Empowering students to self-advocate and build skills to problem solve confidently  
• Helping students develop age appropriate social skills and identify and regulate emotions
• Organizing and leading affinity groups and lunch bunches
• Creating a community of belonging

The Derby Academy Part-Time School Counselor will also:

• Make recommendations for outside provided as needed
• Collaborate with teachers to develop positive behavior plans and recommend class accommodations
• Be a member of the Crisis Team for crisis and safety 
• Participate in conversations rooted in the best interest of students at grade level meetings and students discussion conversations 
• Display a commitment to on-going professional development 

Qualifications: 

• Degree in school counseling, psychology, social work or related field required
• Commitment to confidentiality
• 2+ years Experience working with children as a counselor or therapist
• Experience working in a school setting
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal and listening)
• Excels at working as a team with faculty, staff and families 

Derby Academy is committed to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive educational community and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, gender, color, veteran status, physical ability, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin or any other state or federally protected classifications. Derby Academy is an equal opportunity employer. 

Derby Academy values inclusivity and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds or who have experience in cultural competency work to apply. 

About Derby Academy

Derby Academy is a Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 8 co-educational day school located in Hingham, Massachusetts. Rooted in the school’s motto, “Improve Both Mind and Heart,” the school provides students with a joyful and rigorous academic environment.

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