High School Counselor

Job Description

Full-Time School Counselor
Bishop O'Connell is seeking a full-time school counselor for the 2025-2026 school year. Applicants must have a Master's Degree in school counseling and be a practicing Catholic, dedicated to serving and supporting students in their development of the whole person. This role includes a strong focus on college counseling, helping students and families navigate the college search, application, and decision-making process. In addition to college planning, the counselor supports students' academic progress, emotional well-being, and career readiness as part of a comprehensive counseling program.

Strong candidates will have experience in college counseling or admissions, work well in a team setting, communicate effectively with students and families, and demonstrate a commitment to professional growth. Candidates should submit a letter of interest, resume, and 3 professional references to Meghan Lonergan, Dean of Mission, at employment@bishopoconnell.org.

About the Employer

Bishop O'Connell is a Catholic school in the Diocese of Arlington Virginia. For over sixty years, our school has offered students a mission-centered Catholic education, rooted in Christ with a focus on the development of the whole person. Qualified Candidates will work well as part of a faculty team that actively engages students in their faith formation, academic instruction, and social emotional development. We are a community of life-long learners, and faculty and staff are committed to ongoing professional development and collaboration with colleagues both within and across disciplines. Bishop O'Connell is a thriving, inclusive educational community that both encourages innovation and respects tradition.