Top 37 School counselor Jobs in Raleigh, Nc

School Counselor K-8, Middle School focus
THE EXPLORIS SCHOOL —Raleigh, NC
- $51,414 - $70,167 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
School Counselor
Johnston County Public Schools —Wendell, NC
- Full-time
- High school
- Mid-level
- Public school
After-School Youth Counselor
Triangle Rock Club —Raleigh, NC
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Entry level
Long Term Subsitute Guidance Counselor Grades 5-8
Endeavor Charter School —Wake Forest, NC
- Part-time
- Classroom
- High school
- Mid-level
4d
Counselor - Dean of Students
Wake County Public School System —Raleigh, NC
- Full-time
- School experience
- 5 years
- Office
3d
After School Program Counselor (CAPS)
City of Raleigh —Raleigh, NC
- $15.75 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- 16+ years old
- Leadership
Counselor
Wake County Public School System —Knightdale, NC
- Full-time
- School experience
- 5 years
- Office
5d
After School Youth Counselor-Raleigh
Boys & Girls Clubs —Raleigh, NC
- $12 - $14 an hour
- High school diploma or GED
- Entry level
Quick Apply
Counselor - Before School Program | Alexander Family YMCA
YMCA of the Triangle —Raleigh, NC
- From $11 an hour
- Part-time
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Middle school
Counselor After School Program | Kerr Family YMCA
YMCA of the Triangle —Raleigh, NC
- From $11 an hour
- Part-time
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Outdoor work
Counselor - After School Program | Poole Family YMCA
YMCA of the Triangle —Garner, NC
- From $11 an hour
- Part-time
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Outdoor work
Counselor - Green Elementary Before School Program | A.E. Finley YMCA
YMCA of the Triangle —Raleigh, NC
- From $11 an hour
- Part-time
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Middle school
Counselor - After School Programs | Taylor Family YMCA
YMCA of the Triangle —Cary, NC
- From $11 an hour
- Part-time
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Public school
Counselor - After School Program | YMCA at Knightdale Station
YMCA of the Triangle —Knightdale, NC
- From $11 an hour
- Part-time
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Middle school
Outdoor Camp Counselor (School's Out Camps)
Piedmont Wildlife Center —Durham, NC
- $15 - $16 an hour
- 18 years or older
- Education
- First Aid Certification
Counselor- Lead Mine After School Program | A.E. Finley YMCA
YMCA of the Triangle —Raleigh, NC
- From $11 an hour
- Part-time
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Middle school
Counselor - Brooks Before School Program | A.E. Finley YMCA
YMCA of the Triangle —Raleigh, NC
- From $11 an hour
- Part-time
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Outdoor work
Counselor - Willow Springs Before School Program | Poole Family YMCA
YMCA of the Triangle —Garner, NC
- From $11 an hour
- Part-time
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Outdoor work
Counselor - Green Elementary After School Program | A.E. Finley YMCA
YMCA of the Triangle —Raleigh, NC
- From $11 an hour
- Part-time
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Middle school
Counselor - Brooks After School Program | A.E. Finley YMCA
YMCA of the Triangle —Raleigh, NC
- From $11 an hour
- Part-time
- Children
- 16+ years old
- Outdoor work

I want to receive the latest job alert for school counselor in raleigh, nc

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

School Counselor K-8, Middle School focus

THE EXPLORIS SCHOOL -
Raleigh, NC

Quick Apply

Job Details

Full-time
$51,414 - $70,167 a year

Benefits

Health savings account
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Professional development assistance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

School experience
Master's degree
Experience working with children
Child protective services
Classroom experience
Social Work
School Counseling Certification
Master's degree in school counseling
Child welfare

Full Job Description

The Exploris School is seeking a passionate, highly qualified School Counselor to join our student support team and foster the social, emotional, and academic growth of our K–8 students. In this vital role, you will create a safe, nurturing environment where students feel valued, understood, and empowered to succeed while working in close collaboration with teachers, families, and community partners.

Key Responsibilities

Provide individual and group, solution-focused counseling to support students’ behavioral health, mental health, and overall well-being.
With the Student Service Team, plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive K–8 guidance and counseling program, including direct services, guidance curriculum, and behavior systems supports.
Offer crisis counseling and intervention, and coordinate with external agencies when needed to ensure student safety and welfare.
Facilitate counseling groups and teach developmental guidance lessons grounded in Responsive Classroom, Positive Discipline, and a Restorative Justice mindset.
Help teachers integrate social-emotional learning, team-building, and conflict-resolution strategies into daily Crew meetings and classroom practice.
Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to identify students needing additional academic, behavioral, or emotional support and design effective interventions.
Develop and maintain knowledge of local mental health and community resources and provide referrals for Exploris families as needed.
Lead and support out-of-school opportunities such as mentoring, internships, and apprenticeships that connect students and teachers with the broader community.
Foster strong, professional relationships with students, staff, families, and community partners, living out the “relationship” core of Exploris’s mission.
Use data, observations, and assessments to inform interventions and to continuously improve the counseling and guidance program. This includes supporting our Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), drawing from multiple sources of student and family data to design and provide core and wraparound services.
Compile and maintain required records, reports, and documentation in a timely and compliant manner.

Qualifications

Required (per NC licensure):

Master’s degree in school counseling from an accredited university.
Valid (or eligible for) North Carolina Professional School Counselor license, including successful completion of the Professional School Counselor Praxis exam, or eligibility for provisional licensure under State Board of Education Policy LICN-001.

Preferred qualities and experience:

Demonstrated knowledge and experience in school counseling practices, positive behavior supports, and responsive, restorative approaches.
Prior experience working with children or students in educational or counseling settings.
Familiarity with child welfare laws, child protective services procedures, and school-based behavioral health programs is a plus.
Strong communication skills in written and oral formats, with diverse audiences.
Collaborative yet decisive, high-energy, self-starter who is an exceptional problem-solver.
Models kindness, empathy, self-control, and cultural humility; committed to culturally responsive, inclusive counseling for students from diverse backgrounds.
Adventurous and playful, enjoys the natural world and engaging in games, initiatives, and community-building experiences with staff and students.
Fully embraces the mission, vision, and goals of The Exploris School, including high expectations for all students to develop fully and holistically.

Join us in creating a supportive environment where every Exploris student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Pay: $51,414.00 - $70,167.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Education:

Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

School Counseling: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

NC School Counseling Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person

Quick Apply

Refine Your Search

school counselor jobs in raleigh, nc

School Counselor K-8, Middle School focus

School Counselor

After-School Youth Counselor

Long Term Subsitute Guidance Counselor Grades 5-8

Counselor - Dean of Students

After School Program Counselor (CAPS)

Counselor

After School Youth Counselor-Raleigh

Counselor - Before School Program | Alexander Family YMCA

Counselor After School Program | Kerr Family YMCA

Counselor - After School Program | Poole Family YMCA

Counselor - Green Elementary Before School Program | A.E. Finley YMCA

Counselor - After School Programs | Taylor Family YMCA

Counselor - After School Program | YMCA at Knightdale Station

Outdoor Camp Counselor (School's Out Camps)

Counselor- Lead Mine After School Program | A.E. Finley YMCA

Counselor - Brooks Before School Program | A.E. Finley YMCA

Counselor - Willow Springs Before School Program | Poole Family YMCA

Counselor - Green Elementary After School Program | A.E. Finley YMCA

Counselor - Brooks After School Program | A.E. Finley YMCA

I want to receive the latest job alert for school counselor in raleigh, nc

Related Searches

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected