Elementary School Counselor

at American School of Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Salary

Not given in the advert

Closing date

Open until filled

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Type of post

Pastoral and welfare
A support post, not a teaching post.

First seen

10 November 2026, on a public job listing

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The advert

The American School of Dubai (ASD) is a college-preparatory, PreK to G12, independent, not for profit, US curriculum school offering what is best about American education to provide learning experiences designed to promote the maximum potential of its students. The American School of Dubai community is committed to fostering a safe and inclusive school climate and learning environment, while denouncing all forms of discrimination and inequality. ASD values diversity. We celebrate all community members. We acknowledge the impact of current and historical inequality and prejudice, and firmly believe that fair treatment and equity are the most basic of rights regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, color, culture, national origin, age, identity or expression, ability/disability, or socioeconomic status. This commitment is consistent with the school’s mission to prepare our students to adapt and contribute in a rapidly changing world, and consistent with the school’s core values of respect, responsibility, integrity, excellence, and compassion. ASD employees are responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. All employees agree to abide by all child protection policies and procedures, and agree to participate in all child protection training as mandated by the School as a condition of employment. Criminal background checks will be conducted on all candidates prior to confirmation of employment. Please read all about our incredible learning program and beautiful campus on the ASD website: https://www.asdubai.org/ Position Overview: The Elementary School Counselor designs and delivers a comprehensive program that supports students’ social-emotional, academic, and personal development. Working closely with teachers, families, and the student support team, the counselor promotes student well-being and belonging, builds students’ skills for learning and relationships, and connects families with needed resources. Primary Responsibilities: ● Establish a proactive, counseling program that actively involves students, teachers and parents ● Serve as a member of the ES child protection team, receiving and responding to disclosures and concerns in line with ASD policy and procedures. ● Develop, document and implement ASD counseling curriculum ● Provide direct support services for students, teachers and parents including individual, small and large group meetings/conferences ● Welcoming new arrivals mid-year, supporting students who are leaving, and preparing Grade 5 students for middle school, and saying so shows candidates you understand the mobility your families experience. ● Provide effective parent, staff and teacher workshops and professional presentations related to ASD mission, goals and programs ● Proactively establish and maintain a positive rapport with students, teachers and parents to enhance student learning through classroom visits, participation in student activities and visibility at activities and around the school ● Maintain appropriate confidentiality in counseling matters, recognizing that safeguarding obligations take precedence when a student’s safety is at risk. ● Participate as a member of the divisional admissions team ● Collaborate with the ES principal on scheduling, and student placements ● Engage with the administration in a committed effort to improve one’s own instructional and counseling skills ● Recognize and strengthen personal performance through self-analysis of actions, participating in professional development activities, exploring educational research, participating in professional organizations, and through formal renewal programs ● Lead or support the ES response to student crises and critical incidents, including risk assessment, and support students and families through community-wide disruptions. ● Participate in the student support team process, consulting with teachers on students’ social-emotional needs and contributing to tiered interventions. ● Deliver classroom lessons in social-emotional learning in partnership with homeroom teachers ● Other duties as assigned by your supervisor and your dotted line supervisor. Schoolwide Responsibilities: ● Commitment to continual professional growth ● Openly support and abide by all school policies and procedures ● Model ASD core values and aspirations in interactions with the school community ● Represent ASD with students, parents, colleagues, and broader school community in a professional manner Required Qualifications: ● Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized and accredited university. A Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred. ● A minimum of two years of current, full-time experience as a school counselor, ideally with elementary-aged children Preferred Qualifications: ● Experience teaching in an international and/or overseas school ● Experience in an international school and with highly mobile, multilingual families

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