School Counselor; Grades 4-6

Position: School Counselor (Grades 4-6)

Oak Hill School ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). ) is a preK-6th coeducational, non-denominational independent school in Nashville, Tennessee. Founded in 1961, Oak Hill School provides a strong, child-centered academic program in a nurturing, Christian environment. Oak Hill School is committed to the intellectual, social, and spiritual growth of each of its 560 students.

Mission: It is the Oak Hill School mission to build character and integrity in a Christian environment for a lifetime of learning and service. This faculty member will join a nurturing, Christian community committed to the School’s mission and vision for building a diverse and inclusive environment where all children learn, grow, and thrive.

Summary:

The Oak Hill School seeks a warm, thoughtful, and collaborative School Counselor to support students in grades 4–6 during a pivotal stage of academic, social, emotional, and spiritual growth. This role partners closely with students, families, and faculty to ensure that each child is known, supported, and encouraged to grow into their full, God-given potential.
Responsibilities:

Job-Related Responsibilities

Support students as they navigate the academic, social, emotional, and developmental joys and challenges of upper elementary school

Provide individual and small-group counseling to support student well-being, relationships, self-regulation, and resilience

Use a variety of assessment tools, observations, and collaboration to inform student support plans and interventions

Design and deliver classroom guidance lessons that promote social-emotional development, including friendship skills, teamwork, emotional regulation, empathy, conflict resolution, and responsible decision-making

Manage advisory program for 5th and 6th grades and morning meetings for fourth grade

Coordinate and lead special student groups

Partner with teachers to support student success

Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential records related to student support and counseling

Collaborate with families to support student growth, communication, and care

Promote a positive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate school culture

Specific Job-Related Responsibilities

Serve as a counselor for students in grades 4–6, supporting academic readiness, character development, and social-emotional growth

Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and learning support staff to identify and support student needs

Design and facilitate social-emotional learning lessons, small groups, and classroom support as appropriate

Support students in times of transition, challenge, conflict, or stress

Participate in grade-level meetings, student support meetings, and parent conferences

Supervise and support students in classrooms and other school settings as needed

Participate in class outings, field experiences, and overnight trips, supporting student safety and community building

Contribute positively to the life of the school community through participation in meetings, events, and professional development

As needed, assess student well-being when safety concerns emerge, helping guide supportive responses, safety planning, and referrals

Professional Responsibilities

Nurture the social, emotional, and spiritual growth of each student

Communicate clearly, promptly, and professionally with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators

Maintain the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive student and school information

Learn and implement best practices in counseling and child development through ongoing professional development

Actively participate as a member of grade-level and interdisciplinary teams
• Serve as a positive advocate for the school, both internally and externally
Skills & Characteristics:

Skills and Characteristics

A commitment to the mission and vision of Oak Hill School and to building a diverse, inclusive community that reflects God’s love as expressed in the Christian tradition

A strong understanding of child development—academically, socially, and emotionally—and a passion for supporting upper elementary students

Comfort in sharing one’s faith through leading morning devotion and group prayer with students

A student-centered approach grounded in…