St. Paul Academy and Summit School (SPA) seeks candidates for the position of Lower School Counselor, Leave Replacement. This is a full-time, partial-year position beginning August 4 - March 13.
About St. Paul Academy and Summit School:
St. Paul Academy and Summit School (SPA) is a coeducational, non-sectarian, college preparatory day school serving more than 910 students in Kindergarten through grade 12. Our two campuses are located approximately a mile apart in St. Paul, Minnesota, serving Grades K-5 on our Goodrich Campus and Grades 6-12 on our Randolph Campus. The school draws students from St. Paul, Minneapolis, and throughout the eastern and western suburbs.
Our mission—shaping the minds and the hearts of the people who will change the world—is a promise to our students and our families, and it pushes us to be thoughtful about everything we do. It inspires us to be our best and reminds us that we have the responsibility to respect the unique potential in every child. Our mission gives us purpose and represents our greatest aspirations and values. But most of all, it reflects our deep belief in the talents and capabilities of our students.
For additional information about the school’s curriculum, community, and culture, please visit our website at www.spa.edu.
Position Begins: August 4, 2025
Position Ends: March 13, 2025
Status: 1.0 Full-Time employee, Exempt
Department: Instructional support, Lower School
Salary: $261-$315/day
Benefits:
Benefits include a comprehensive health insurance plan through HealthPartners, Nice healthcare (a free virtual and in-person health plan), dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off, and free lunch during the school year. The retirement plan is through TIAA and has a generous matching contribution. The School offers a robust program of professional development, career growth, and leadership opportunities.
Description:
The primary focus of the Lower School Counselor is to provide direct social and emotional support to students in grades K through 5. Additional responsibilities include: teaching wellness classes; working collaboratively with parents, teachers, and administrators; providing parent education; and being a member of the Lower School Leadership Team.
Required skills:
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, counseling, social work or a related field- required
Graduate degree in psychology, counseling, social work or a related field- preferred
Professional certification in a mental-health related field- preferred
Patience, creativity, positive energy, and a passion for working with young children
Experience working with a range of people from diverse backgrounds
Excellent organizational and (written and oral) communication skills
How to Apply:
The position includes a competitive salary and benefits package, commensurate with experience. Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, statement of teaching philosophy, and a list of references.
SPA is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse faculty and staff, and maintaining a workplace culture in which all are treated equitably.
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