Atlanta International School

Early Learning School Counselor (3K/4K Preschool) - Temporary Cover

Atlanta, GA - Temporary to Full Time



 

Early Learning School Counselor (3K/4K Preschool) - Temporary Cover 

 

ABOUT OUR SCHOOL

Atlanta International School (AIS) unites students, educators, and families from Atlanta and around the world with a shared mission: to develop courageous leaders who shape their world for the better.

 

Our community represents 90 nationalities and over 60 languages. Starting in August 2025, AIS’s Upper School will span two campuses: the Buckhead Campus for Grades 3K-12 day students and the Sandy Springs Campus. 

 

This dynamic, inclusive environment gives AIS its unique energy—a place where students, educators, and families thrive, innovate, and belong. As an International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum school from 3K to Grade 12, we offer the PYP, MYP, DP, and CP, with additional flexibility through AISx. This unique program is tailored for pre-professional students in athletics, entertainment, entrepreneurship, and more. 

 

Our engaging and comprehensive academic programs develop internationally minded, critical thinkers who excel at connecting complex knowledge to create innovative solutions. At AIS, students experience a world-class education within a diverse, multicultural, and multilingual community that prepares them for meaningful, global impact.

 

Position Title: ELC School Counselor 

Division: Primary School 

FLSA: Exempt

Position Status: Temporary - Long-Term Cover (3-9 months) 

Hours per week: 40 hours (1.0 FTE)

Reports to: Head of School Counseling / Head of Primary School 

Start Date: November 1, 2026

Application Deadline: October 31 - applications reviewed on a rolling basis 

JOB PURPOSE

School Counselors at AIS are innovators and leaders who have a passion for working with students in a multicultural community and are always seeking new ways to promote ASCA and ISCA standards. School Counselors at AIS focus on the whole child: socially, emotionally, and academically. All AIS staff foster an intentionally inclusive atmosphere where all students feel a sense of belonging. 

 

Our School is committed to the safety and well-being of every child. We maintain rigorous safeguarding practices to ensure a secure, supportive, and nurturing environment where all students can thrive.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Positive contribution to the collaborative culture of the 3K-12 School Counseling Team and broader Primary School teams.
  • Construct School Counseling experiences that support students, support the diversity of each student, and demonstrate a strong commitment to the best interest of each student. 
  • Daily documentation of services into SCUTA (school counselor documentation software)
  • Timely follow-up within 48 hours with all concerned parties (including the student, outside clinicians, family, and appropriate faculty). 
  • Demonstrate effective collaboration and timely communication with the Head of School Counseling and the Primary School Leadership Council. 
  • Deliver school counseling direct and indirect services and school counseling programming to all Early Years (3K/4K) students. 
  • Provide classroom guidance lessons within each grade on a monthly basis, including child protection curriculum (Think First, Stay Safe) with all Early Learning students.
  • Adhere to AIS School Counseling policy and procedures in regard to mandated reporting, self-harm, and all mental health concerns.
  • Effective social, emotional, and academic school counseling. 

REQUIREMENTS

 

  • A relevant Master’s degree in the field of counseling (school counseling preferred) 
  • Minimum 3-5 years of experience in the counseling field with a preference for early learners
  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a school counselor in an international or independent school
  • The successful candidate should have a passion for school counseling and extensive experience in the field of counseling 
  • Enthusiastic about school counseling within a multicultural and multilingual environment.  Flexibility of approach, within ASCA and ISCA standards, and a collaborative style are essential
  • A commitment to equity and inclusion, inquiry, and experiential-based pedagogy is essential alongside a willingness to adapt and develop pedagogy to meet the needs of our learners
  • Excellent interpersonal, organizational, communication, and collaborative skills
  • Enthusiastic about teaching within a multicultural and multilingual environment with young learners
  • Proficiency in English required, with additional advanced proficiency in Spanish, French, German or Chinese strongly preferred.
  • Experienced with Restorative Practices and/or Responsive Classroom
  • Experience or training in Primary Years Programme (PYP) schools is preferred
 

KEY ROLE COMPETENCIES

  • Adaptability 
  • Builds Relationships and Rapport 
  • Collaborative
  • Cultural competence 
  • Creative and critical thinking
  • Learner 
  • Reflective
  • Safety Awareness
  • Seeks Feedback 
  • Self-motivated
  • Strong communication and organizational skills

TO BE CONSIDERED

To be considered for the above-mentioned position, please submit the following items through our online career site https://www.aischool.org/our-school/careers: a letter of interest, resume, and email and phone contact information for three professional references with at least one being supervisory in nature by the stipulated deadline. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. We will contact those applicants whose skills and experience best match our needs. Due to the high volume of applications, we regret that we are not able to take or return phone calls regarding employment. 

EOE

AIS is an equal-opportunity employer.  We are a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan Atlanta area and the United States at large.  We aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws.  AIS takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates. 

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