Job Summary:

The School Counselor is charged with providing social, emotional, and academic support to students in the Upper School, modeling the love, concern, and mutual respect core to our mission. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: providing academic counseling and support to freshmen and sophomores; acting as a liaison between parents, teachers, administration, and other faculty/staff; assisting students with course registration and drop/add process; supporting and assisting new students and their families with their transition to LHP; and evaluating academic records from other schools and make appropriate curricular recommendations and scheduling placements.

This is a full-time, fully-benefitted, 12-month position beginning July 1, 2025. We encourage applicants from underrepresented groups to apply.

Education/Experience:

• Master’s degree in counseling, psychology, or related field required.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional experience in counseling required.

This position announcement is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title and the education and skills required. This is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that are required or may be required in the future.

LHPS conducts background checks, including fingerprinting, and drug testing, and may use a third-party administrator. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Lake Highland Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Lake Highland Preparatory School

Lake Highland Preparatory School (LHP), a PreK-12 independent school in Orlando, Florida, was founded in 1970. The school strives to offer its students an unparalleled education with long-lasting life lessons rooted in integrity, grit, and grace. In spite of its size as one of the ten largest independent schools in the U.S., Lake Highland’s approach ensures that every child is known and nurtured. Students learn within an academically challenging and supportive environment, with teachers who are actively committed to the academic and social-emotional development of every child. This powerful combination results in joyful learning that prepares students exceptionally well for college and life beyond.

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