PYP Student Counselor (Tentative)
Status
Actively Hiring
Date Listed28 March 2026
ContractPermanent
PlatformW5_SYNC
About This Role
The availability of this position is provisional and will be confirmed in the coming weeks.
Anton Bruckner International School is looking for a skilled and qualified PYP Student Counselor to join its team starting September 2026.
The role of the School Counselor includes:
• Providing counseling support to students and consulting with parents.
• Guiding and assisting teachers in addressing challenges faced by students.
• Supporting educators in implementing aspects of the SEL curriculum.
• Advising on the integration of the SEL curriculum into the overall curriculum.
• Offering support at universal (whole-school), targeted (small group), and individual levels.
• Collaborating closely with the Learning Support team, ensuring a clear distinction between academic assistance and social-emotional support.
Qualifications and Skills
• A qualified degree in school counseling (Master’s preferred).
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of German is a plus.
• Essential experience in an international school setting; IB experience is preferred.
• A minimum of two years of experience as a school/student counselor.
• A commitment to continuous professional development, especially in IB practices.
• A willingness to contribute to the growth of the school, staff, and student community.
• A dedication to diversity and inclusion, along with the ability to adapt and enhance teaching methods.
• Ability to provide a background check (criminal record).
• A positive, collaborative, and approachable interpersonal style.
Primary Responsibilities
The School Counselor is a vital part of a collaborative support system for students, which includes leadership, learning support, and safeguarding teams.
Counseling and Student Support
The School Counselor is responsible for:
• Providing personal counseling to students regarding emotional, social, and academic issues.
• Assessing referred students who face social/emotional/behavioral challenges that hinder their academic success.
• Collaborating with staff to create environments that foster individual student potential and self-worth.
• Designing and leading targeted small group interventions when necessary.
• Identifying, supporting, and ensuring the safety of ‘at-risk students’ (including maintaining a register).
• Advocating for students’ specific needs or broader concerns within the student body.
• Equipping students with knowledge and skills to empower them to make healthy choices.
• Offering guidance to parents and staff to strengthen relationships and communication with students.
• Contributing to initiatives that promote a positive and inclusive school culture.
• Connecting with external support systems (e.g., therapists) as needed.
• Keeping accurate, confidential records of student support and interventions.
• Utilizing data and professional observations to inform interventions and assess their effectiveness.
Safeguarding and Student Protection
The School Counselor is expected to:
• Uphold and actively engage in the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Identify, respond to, and properly document safeguarding concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality while understanding its professional limits in safeguarding scenarios.
Collaboration and Communication
The School Counselor will:
• Consult with parents, providing them with appropriate support and information.
• Act as a liaison between the school, home, and external agencies for additional assistance.
• Collaborate effectively as part of various teams.
• Work closely with the medical team.
• Coordinate with the Principal, Deputy Principal, and Program Coordinators to share relevant information on student development and interventions.
• Ensure that all communication is conducted with professionalism and confidentiality.
Teaching and Learning
The School Counselor is expected to:
• Teach lessons related to the SEL program.
• Partner with teachers to facilitate and support SEL curriculum delivery.
• Participate in parent workshops and counseling-related events as needed.
• Serve as a resource, offering guidance on child and adolescent development, as well as social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
• Contribute to professional learning for staff as appropriate.
• Support the development of the school's SEL program.
General Responsibilities
The role entails:
• Attending meetings throughout the year outside of standard school hours as necessary.
• Supporting community activities that enhance the ‘life of the school.’
• Assisting with other activities as deemed appropriate by the Principal within the scope of responsibilities as Student Counselor.
• Undertaking any additional duties that may reasonably arise within the general responsibilities of the position.
Employer Practices
To assist the counselor in fulfilling the expectations of this Job Description, Anton Bruckner International School will provide, within the limits of available resources:
• A comprehensive induction program.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities aligned with the School’s mission, strategic plan, and vision.
• Personal and professional support as needed.
• Equal opportunities for career advancement.
Anton Bruckner International School is looking for a skilled and qualified PYP Student Counselor to join its team starting September 2026.
The role of the School Counselor includes:
• Providing counseling support to students and consulting with parents.
• Guiding and assisting teachers in addressing challenges faced by students.
• Supporting educators in implementing aspects of the SEL curriculum.
• Advising on the integration of the SEL curriculum into the overall curriculum.
• Offering support at universal (whole-school), targeted (small group), and individual levels.
• Collaborating closely with the Learning Support team, ensuring a clear distinction between academic assistance and social-emotional support.
Qualifications and Skills
• A qualified degree in school counseling (Master’s preferred).
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of German is a plus.
• Essential experience in an international school setting; IB experience is preferred.
• A minimum of two years of experience as a school/student counselor.
• A commitment to continuous professional development, especially in IB practices.
• A willingness to contribute to the growth of the school, staff, and student community.
• A dedication to diversity and inclusion, along with the ability to adapt and enhance teaching methods.
• Ability to provide a background check (criminal record).
• A positive, collaborative, and approachable interpersonal style.
Primary Responsibilities
The School Counselor is a vital part of a collaborative support system for students, which includes leadership, learning support, and safeguarding teams.
Counseling and Student Support
The School Counselor is responsible for:
• Providing personal counseling to students regarding emotional, social, and academic issues.
• Assessing referred students who face social/emotional/behavioral challenges that hinder their academic success.
• Collaborating with staff to create environments that foster individual student potential and self-worth.
• Designing and leading targeted small group interventions when necessary.
• Identifying, supporting, and ensuring the safety of ‘at-risk students’ (including maintaining a register).
• Advocating for students’ specific needs or broader concerns within the student body.
• Equipping students with knowledge and skills to empower them to make healthy choices.
• Offering guidance to parents and staff to strengthen relationships and communication with students.
• Contributing to initiatives that promote a positive and inclusive school culture.
• Connecting with external support systems (e.g., therapists) as needed.
• Keeping accurate, confidential records of student support and interventions.
• Utilizing data and professional observations to inform interventions and assess their effectiveness.
Safeguarding and Student Protection
The School Counselor is expected to:
• Uphold and actively engage in the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Identify, respond to, and properly document safeguarding concerns.
• Maintain confidentiality while understanding its professional limits in safeguarding scenarios.
Collaboration and Communication
The School Counselor will:
• Consult with parents, providing them with appropriate support and information.
• Act as a liaison between the school, home, and external agencies for additional assistance.
• Collaborate effectively as part of various teams.
• Work closely with the medical team.
• Coordinate with the Principal, Deputy Principal, and Program Coordinators to share relevant information on student development and interventions.
• Ensure that all communication is conducted with professionalism and confidentiality.
Teaching and Learning
The School Counselor is expected to:
• Teach lessons related to the SEL program.
• Partner with teachers to facilitate and support SEL curriculum delivery.
• Participate in parent workshops and counseling-related events as needed.
• Serve as a resource, offering guidance on child and adolescent development, as well as social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
• Contribute to professional learning for staff as appropriate.
• Support the development of the school's SEL program.
General Responsibilities
The role entails:
• Attending meetings throughout the year outside of standard school hours as necessary.
• Supporting community activities that enhance the ‘life of the school.’
• Assisting with other activities as deemed appropriate by the Principal within the scope of responsibilities as Student Counselor.
• Undertaking any additional duties that may reasonably arise within the general responsibilities of the position.
Employer Practices
To assist the counselor in fulfilling the expectations of this Job Description, Anton Bruckner International School will provide, within the limits of available resources:
• A comprehensive induction program.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities aligned with the School’s mission, strategic plan, and vision.
• Personal and professional support as needed.
• Equal opportunities for career advancement.