Junior School Counselor (National)

The Junior School Counselor plays a vital role in supporting the social, emotional, and academic development of students in EY1 through Year 6. This position requires a highly skilled and proactive professional who is fluent in Bahasa Indonesia and proficient in English (minimum TOEFL 550). The Counselor will deliver direct support to students, provide structured SEL lessons, collaborate with teachers and Student Support Team (SST), and partner with parents to create a safe, inclusive, and growth-oriented environment for every child. The ideal candidate will be flexible, resourceful, and culturally responsive, able to wear many hats and drive the growth of a counseling program in a school with both expat and Indonesian students.

Key Responsibilities

1. Student Support

Provide individual and small group counseling to students addressing academic, social, behavioral, and emotional needs.
Design and deliver a structured Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) curriculum across EY–Y6 in alignment with the IB PYP philosophy and school values.
Support students with disabilities and diverse learning needs in collaboration with the Student Support Team (SST).
Conduct proactive check-ins and develop individualized plans for at-risk students.
Parent Engagement
Plan and conduct parent training workshops on child development, parenting strategies, SEL, and wellbeing.
Partner with families to address academic and behavioral concerns, maintaining open, respectful, and solution-oriented communication.
Provide resources and referrals to parents for additional community or specialist support when needed.

2. Collaboration with Staff

Work closely with SST (Student Support Teachers), classroom teachers, and leadership to design intervention plans for students with academic, social, or behavioral challenges.
Provide teachers with consultation and strategies to support classroom management, differentiation, and inclusion.
Participate actively in Student Support Team meetings, case management, and progress monitoring of students.

3. Program Development & Leadership

Establish and continuously improve the counseling program to align with best practices in international education.
Lead initiatives promoting student wellbeing, resilience, anti-bullying, and positive school culture.
Ensure compliance with safeguarding policies and maintain accurate, confidential records of counseling activities.

Professional & Educational Qualiﬁcations

Bachelor’s degree in counseling, psychology, education, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Minimum of 5 years of school counseling experience, preferably in an international or bilingual school setting.
Strong knowledge of child development, SEL, and inclusive education practices.
Experience supporting students with disabilities and diverse learning needs (academic and behavioral).
Proven ability to conduct parent workshops and teacher training.
Language: Native Indonesian speaker with strong English proficiency (minimum TOEFL 550).

Key Skills & Attributes

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with children, parents, and staff.
Ability to balance confidentiality with collaboration in a school setting.
Flexibility, resilience, and cultural sensitivity in a diverse school environment.
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and work effectively under pressure.
Demonstrated leadership, initiative, and a growth mindset.

Work Environment & Expectations

Commitment to IB MYP and DP values within the Pancasila framework, while recognizing the needs of children in a mining industrial community.
Willingness to engage in professional development, curriculum review, and training initiatives.
Work closely with teachers, administrators, and student support teams to ensure students’ well-being.
Flexibility in working with students whose parents may have rotational work schedules.
Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling student records and sensitive information.