Classroom Counselor (Part-Time) - 2026/2027 School Year

Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K-12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving more than 14,000 students. The Classroom Counselor supports students with emotional and behavioral challenges, helping them develop skills to succeed in both special education and general education settings.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide small-group academic support, reinforcing learning strategies and engagement.
• Teach and reinforce positive behaviors to promote student self-regulation and social-emotional growth.
• Build strong relationships with students, staff, and families to support student development.
• Collect and maintain behavioral data to track progress and guide interventions.
• Assist in de-escalating and managing student crises, implementing appropriate intervention techniques.
• Collaborate with teachers to implement Positive Behavior Support (PBS) plans and create structured classroom environments.
• Work as part of a team to promote a positive and inclusive classroom culture.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support student and school needs.

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of behavioral management strategies, trauma-informed practices, and positive behavior interventions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with students, staff, and families.
• Ability to implement and reinforce behavior intervention plans in collaboration with teachers and specialists.
• Strong de-escalation skills and ability to respond to student crises using appropriate intervention techniques.
• Ability to adapt and problem-solve in a fast-paced school environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development in behavioral support strategies.

Education and Experience:

• Associate’s degree (or at least 60 college credits) or passing score on the ParaPro exam required (Education-related field preferred).
• Minimum of one (1) year experience working with adolescents in a school setting preferred and/ or experience supporting students receiving special education services (preferred).

Salary and Bonus Information:

• This role is eligible for a $500 signing bonus!
• New classroom counselors start at an hourly rate of $24.18 with Mastery offering up to $29.62, based on education and experience. Hourly rates range from $24.18 to $40.49, with growth opportunities as your career progresses.
• This is a part-time role where you will work a total of 29 hours/week, Monday-Friday.

Additional Information

Mastery's Benefits Package: We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Some of our most popular benefits include our 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery for full-time employees), enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, and discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more, as well as access to the Health Advocate Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics.