About Grace

Grace Church School is a JK–12, independent school located on two nearby campuses in downtown New York City. An Episcopal school, welcoming children of all faiths and of none, Grace believes in the inherent, precious dignity of every individual and seeks to provide an outstanding education worthy of our common humanity. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to the Episcopal values of dignity and belonging.

Grace is a school of big ideas, and our structured curriculum promotes academic excellence through a pedagogy of joy: an approach that reflects our belief that joy is the fuel of academic achievement, and that students learn best when motivated by delight, wonder, curiosity, and purpose. We work hard to nurture a culture of dignity and belonging, and we seek to foster in each student skills of intellectual excellence and habits of ethical virtue. Grounded in tradition, the school remains ever open to innovation, looking to the best research on the science of learning and the craft of teaching to advance the timeless values and aspirations of our mission. In the high school division, students are challenged to reach their full potential, ask essential questions, and wrestle with complex ideas, working to solve real-world problems, and participate in the interconnected global community.

About the position

Start Date: Immediate hire with an end date of April 30, 2027.  This position has the flexibility to be part-time through December 18, 2026, but the candidate must be available full-time and in person from January 4, 2027 through April 30, 2027.

This position is a leave replacement.  The counselor is part of a collaborative, team-based structure with a high level of communication and collegiality. Active participation in a faculty culture of continuous learning, professional development, and intellectual growth is expected and supported.

The ideal candidate will:

• have experience and find joy working with high schoolers
• work best in a collegial, collaborative environment
• possess excellent interpersonal skills
• have experience with a diverse array of learners and families
• demonstrate strong communication skills, follow up, and application of organizational systems

In particular, the counselor will:

• provide counseling and crisis intervention to students in high school and facilitate group and individual student meetings
• meet with parents/guardians
• oversee management of social/emotional evaluations and referrals
• serve on the student support and guidance team
• work in coordination with counselors, learning specialists, and outside providers to design and implement interventions
• provide support and guidance to faculty and staff in regards to students when appropriate
• Teach or co-teach courses in health and wellness and peer leadership
• meet regularly with administration
• Participate in weekly Guidance team meetings

Qualifications

Candidates should have prior experience working in a school setting as a mental health provider.

A master’s degree (or greater) in counseling, social work, applied psychology, clinical psychology or a related field is required. Licensure is highly desired, but not required. 

This position requires familiarity with, or the willingness to be trained in a variety of school based computer platforms. Experience using Google Suite, AugustSchools, or Blackbaud is preferred. 

Compensation

This is a full-time faculty position with an expected annualized base salary of $68,000–$155,040 commensurate with education and experience on the faculty salary scale.

Grace Church School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that equity and inclusion are not only hallmarks of a just society, but also virtues essential to sound learning. Our commitment to our mission calls on all faculty members to promote a culture of dignity and belonging for everyone at Grace. We encourage applications from candidates with broad and diverse backgrounds and from individuals of all races, nationalities, identities, and religious and non-religious traditions, and beliefs.

To apply, submit a cover letter and resume through our school website.