Keio Academy of New York Is Hiring A Full-Time Bilingual School Counselor

Full-Time Bilingual School Counselor Position

Keio Academy of New York is looking for a passionate, bilingual English and Japanese School Counselor to join our vibrant community. This is a fantastic opportunity to support student well-being in an international boarding school setting. 🌍🎓

About Keio Academy of New York

Keio Academy of New York (https://www.keio.edu) is an esteemed co-educational boarding school located in Purchase, NY, with approximately 300 students from grades 9-12. It is uniquely affiliated with Keio University in Japan (https://www.keio.ac.jp/en/), making it a bridge between cultures and educational philosophies. 🇯🇵✨

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced bilingual English and Japanese School Counselor for a full-time, on-campus role. The ideal candidate will provide counseling services, develop wellness curricula, and support our diverse school community. 📚🧠

Location

Keio Academy of New York
3 College Road, Purchase, NY 10577

Start Date

August 16, 2026

Key Qualifications ✨

• Bilingual fluency in Japanese and English (spoken, read, and written) 🌐
• Appropriate New York State Licensure/Certification (e.g., LMSW, LCSW, LMHC, etc.) 📝
• Master’s degree or higher in School Counseling, Social Work, or related field 🎓
• Experience providing individual and/or group counseling to adolescents 🧑‍🤝‍🧑
• Proven ability to develop or lead wellness/SEL curricula 💡
• Excellent communication skills 🗣️
• Sense of humor and warm personality 😊
• Proactive, flexible, developmentally sensitive, and steady in support 🧘‍♂️
• Commitment to fostering independence, resilience, and self-awareness in students 💪
• Ability to design programs supporting a diverse community 🌎
• Familiarity with the social-emotional needs of Japanese students studying abroad (preferred) 🇯🇵
• Experience in boarding or residential school settings (preferred) 🏫

Major Responsibilities

Counseling Services ☎️

• Deliver individual and group counseling to students 🧑‍🤝‍🧑
• Manage crisis interventions and emergency mental health support 🚑
• Coordinate referrals to external mental health professionals 🔗
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff in both Japanese and English 🗣️
• Collaborate with the Health Center to support student well-being 🩺
• Support students through referral processes, including chaperoning as needed 🚶‍♂️
• Conduct Counseling Orientation for new students during the Pre-Entry Program at the end of August 📝

Wellness Curriculum & Community Programming 🌱

• Design and implement a school-wide wellness curriculum 🌟
• Create workshops and resources focused on mental health, resilience, and well-being 🛠️
• Develop culturally responsive content tailored to a boarding school environment 🌏
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate wellness themes across programs 🎓
• Evaluate and improve programming based on feedback 📝

School Duties 🏫

• Participate in meetings, assemblies, and school events 🎉
• Serve on committees and undertake roles assigned by the school 🧑‍💼
• Adhere to Saturday/Sunday/Holiday duty schedules and perform related tasks as required 🗓️

Counseling Office Hours 🕗

• Monday / Wednesday / Friday: 8:15 AM – 5:00 PM
• Tuesday / Thursday: 8:15 AM – 6:00 PM

Weekend and evening emergency support available during school sessions. 🌙

Compensation & Benefits 💼

• Salary: $55,000 - $75,000 (based on experience) 💰
• Health plans: Medical, dental, vision after 30 days 🏥
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: 3% contribution with 7% match (vested after 2 years) 🔒
• FSA options for medical and dependent care 💳
• Group Life/AD&D/LTD/STD insurance at no cost 🎯
• Paid winter, spring, summer breaks, and holidays ❄️🌸☀️
• Parental leave: 10 weeks’ salary guaranteed 👶
• Child Support Allowance: $1000/year per child under 18 👧🧒
• Baby care leave: 2-hour reduction of work hours up to 1 year old 🍼
• Tuition Support: $3000/year for up to 3 years (conditions apply) 🎓
• Free nutritious cafeteria lunch with Japanese cuisine 🍱

Application Process 📩

Interested candidates should email the following documents to hroffice@keio.edu:

• Application Form (Employment Application)
• Cover Letter detailing relevant experience and expertise
• Resume/CV
• Two Letters of Recommendation with contact information (at least one from a recent employer)

Equal Opportunity Policy 🤝

Keio Academy of New York is committed to diversity and equal opportunity. We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age (18+), sex, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or arrest record. 🌟