Position Description

The School Counselor facilitates a healthy school climate by fostering student self-understanding and strong interpersonal relationships. This role oversees counseling services for Mirman and works with administrators (Division Heads, the Dean of Students and the Director of Equity, Inclusivity, and Community) to support students and families dealing with social or emotional challenges.

General responsibilities include collaborating with faculty and administrators to coordinate student and family support, as well as supporting the Student Success Team by coordinating meetings with faculty, parents, and support services plus outside providers as needed.

This is a part-time position with scheduled hours from 7:45 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. The anticipated start date is April 6, 2026, with an end date of June 12, 2026. The position may be extended by mutual agreement.

Essential Job Functions

Students:

• Support individual students on a short-term basis and advise families as needed about psychotherapy outside of school
• Provide direct service, including crisis counseling, time-limited interventions, and assessment for triage and referral purposes
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date confidential records of conversations, meetings and observations

Parents/Guardians:

• Counsel students, parents, and faculty, as needed, regarding emotional and psychological issues related to and impacting school life and academic performance
• Support meetings with parents, administrators, teachers, and outside student support such as therapists, learning specialists, doctors, etc. as needed

Faculty and Staff:

• Consult with teachers regarding students’ social and emotional needs
• Consult and meet with Division Heads, the Dean of Students, and/or the Head of School regarding student issues and clinical and legal matters pertaining to the mental health of students
• Uphold the ethical and professional standards of the American Association of Counseling and Development and the American Psychology Association

Administrative:

• Attend and participate in all relevant meetings: administrative, faculty, etc.
• Consult with Division Heads on a regular basis
• Work collaboratively with the Director of Equity, Inclusivity and Community and the Director of Curriculum and Instruction to support effective gifted education integration, SEL, inclusivity/equity and Service Learning within the K-8 curriculum
• Other duties as assigned by the Division Heads and Head of School

Qualifications

• Ed.D., Ph.D., or Psy.D. in clinical or school psychology preferred; or MA degree in counseling, LMFT, LCSW, or
• LPCC, with a strong understanding of school communities and school-based programs
• Excellent clinical, interpersonal, management, oral, and written communication skills
• Partnership approach to working with students, teachers, parents, administrators, and outside care providers
• Strong knowledge of the ethical and legal considerations related to counseling practices
• Experience in working with gifted students and understanding of the unique needs of this population preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience working in schools strongly preferred
• Culturally competent and engaged community learner
• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to Mirman’s vision, mission and guiding principles
• Exhibits high standards of ethics, moral character, professionalism, and the ability to present oneself as a positive
• role model for students
• Growth mindset, detail oriented, sense of humor
• First Aid and CPR training required (training provided if not currently certified)
• Valid CA driver license and clear criminal background investigation

About Mirman School

Mirman School opened its doors to educate gifted children in 1962. Motivated by a deep love and concern for these children, Dr. and Mrs. Norman J. Mirman began the school with nine pioneering students in their West Los Angeles home. Today, with a newly expanded campus serving all dimensions of childhood, Mirman School is a thriving and diverse community home to 430 students. Mirman continues to distinguish itself as one of the few schools in the country devoted to the education of highly gifted children, particularly serving all dimensions of childhood — academic, artistic, kinesthetic, and more. Mirman’s Mission We cultivate the boundless potential of highly gifted children, nurture their passions and talents, and develop a diverse community of creative and constructive lifelong learners. Our 7 acre campus is home to both Lower and Upper Schools, beautiful outdoor community spaces including regulation-size athletic fields and basketball courts, Ga-Ga courts, innovative play yards, and office and classroom spaces including a new 16,000 square foot Learning Center that opened in August 2023. Our faculty lounge creates a warm convivial space for gathering, collaborating, a...nd all the coffee one could want. Recycling initiatives and fast-fill water stations throughout campus, in addition to energy efficient office spaces, combine to create a greener community. Our Community Mirman is made up of students and their families, a dedicated and passionate Parent Service League, and a Board of Trustees made up of community leaders. In the Lower School, lead teachers are supported by Associate Teachers in every homeroom, while Upper School teachers specialize in disciplines such as English, science, Latin, Mandarin, History, etc. Dynamic specialists in science, STEM, technology, math, art, music, choir, theatre and more round out the fabric of our faculty. Mirman is also home to a collegial and collaborative group of administrators who work to facilitate the ideal teaching and learning environment.

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