PYP COUNSELOR-Early Learning to Grade 2

Division: Early Learning Center & Elementary

Reports to: ELC & Elementary Principal

Category: Overseas or Local Faculty (Full Time)

Start Date: August 1st 2026

Contract Length: Initial 2 year contract

The successful candidate will be a key member of both the Early Learning and Elementary teams. They will work closely with our Grade 3-5 Counselor, our Vice-Principal, and other core members of our support services team. The role involves utilising a balance of both proactive and responsive strategies with our students and families; and supporting our faculty with guidance on Tier 1 supports within our MTSS Framework. This position requires both a skilled collaborator and also someone with personal initiative and drive.

Education & Certification

• A university degree in counseling or a related field (Masters preferred)
• A school counseling certification or relevant accreditation
• Proficiency with educational technology

Experience

• At least 5 years previous experience in an early childhood and/or lower elementary school setting
• Working with and/or understanding of PYP and/or Reggio Emilia practices is preferre
• Experience implementing a Social-Emotional Learning curriculum
• Experience with approaches such as Emotion Coaching, Zones of Regulation, and Circle of Security

• Ability to connect and relate warmly to children and adults
• A holistic and strength-based approach to working with children and families
• Ability to maintain appropriate levels of confidentiality
• Excellent listening, observational, verbal and written communication skills
• The ability to collaborate with others and consider alternative perspectives
• A proactive approach and ability to take initiative when needed
• Ability to navigate emotionally intense situations
• Patient, enthusiastic, sensitive and flexible
• Your philosophy aligns closely with our Learning Principles
• Understanding of the unique needs of an international school context

• Engage in ongoing professional growth and remain informed about current research and best practices in counseling and education.
• Perform other duties as may be reasonably assigned by the Principal or Support Services Coordinator.
• Model and promote AISB's Mission and Core Values in all interactions.
• Assess social-emotional needs to inform appropriate supports and interventions that enhance learning and development.
• Provide individual and small-group counseling to help students develop personal, social, and emotional skills.
• Facilitate successful transition processes for the transition from KG to Grade 1, and for new and departing students.
• Support the implementation of our social-emotional curriculum, including teaching key components of the Keeping Safe Curriculum in collaboration with homeroom teachers.
• Collect observational data and developmental background information.
• Conduct ongoing monitoring to guide the design of interventions and enhance the support provided to students.
• Participate in the Student Care processes which identifies struggling students and determines how best to meet their social, emotional, behavioral and learning needs.
• Collaborate and maintain open communication with students, families, faculty, and external professionals to ensure cohesive support systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records related to student well-being and support.
• Develop and apply effective interventions to promote psychological well-being and social, emotional and behavioral development.
• Lead and support faculty reflection on Tier 1 practices, Serve as a thought partner and facilitator for faculty professional learning related to student care, identity-conscious practice, and well-being.
• Develop and facilitate workshops and presentations, such as Circle of Security, for faculty and families to strengthen the school's social-emotional culture.
• Contribute to the review and implementation of key policies (e.g. Child Protection, Inclusion policy etc.).
• Liaise with other local, regional and international professionals (e.g. community mental health professionals).
• Respond to Child Protection concerns in line with our school policy, procedures and Romanian Law.

AISB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students. All faculty and staff members are expected to share this commitment and adhere to the school's Child Protection Policy. Appointment to this position is contingent upon satisfactory background checks and references.

Please note: AISB follows the guidelines of the school's protective behavior policies and protocols and personal data protection policies and procedures, including reporting any situation that might constitute a health and/or safety hazard to students or school employees, and reporting any personal data breach.