Counselor

Stamford American School Hong Kong

Stamford American School Hong Kong is a private school that offers a world-class international education with a rigorous standards-based curriculum for children aged 5 to 18. As an accredited school of the Council of International Schools (CIS) and authorized as an IB World School, we instill an enthusiasm for lifelong learning, a sense of global awareness in every student, and the necessary skills to prepare them for the challenges and changes after graduation.

The school now has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Counselor to join our fantastic team.

About Cognita At Cognita, we know every student is unique. We nurture their distinct personalities and strengths. We support them academically, socially, and emotionally, wherever they are in the world, wherever theyre starting from. And each and every one of our schools is unique too.

We protect whats special about them, while offering them rich knowledge, opportunities, and best practices; and they get to be part of something bigger. We open their classrooms to the collective wisdom of over 100 schools in 16 countries, ensuring every child gets an education thats, quite literally, world class.

It is an individual approach that empowers every school, teacher and student to focus on what they do best; and thrive.

About the role Serve as a student advocate who works collaboratively to foster students academic achievement and social-emotional wellbeing.

What you will be doing

• Establishes positive, safe, and trusting relationships with students as well as their families and teachers

• Provides short-term counseling services to students with social-emotional concerns

• Consults with families, faculty and staff by serving as an advocate for the child

Who we are looking for:

• School counselor qualifications

• Exceptional interpersonal communication and professional collaboration skills

• Must demonstrate flexibility, strong work habits, and a positive attitude

• Strong organizational skills and excellent command of the English language

• Proficiency in using computers and other forms of technology

• Strong references and attendance record

• Preferred: experience working in schools as a school counselor or social worker

Benefits at Cognita

• Competitive salary depending upon qualifications and experience
• Statutory Pension
• School Holiday
• Competitive Group medical coverage
• School fee discount
• Professional Development

How to Apply

Please complete your application by following the steps below, and create your profile at Cognita Career portal before the closing date, and ensure a Letter of Application is provided. The Closing Date for Applications is: 31st May 2025 (HK Time).

Cognita Schools are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

We believe having a diverse workforce makes us better, smarter and happier and so welcome applicants from all backgrounds, genders, and races. We have an unwavering commitment to being fair and equitable in our recruitment process.

EARLY APPLICATIONS ARE ENCOURAGED, WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO INTERVIEW AND APPOINT PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE FOR THE RIGHT APPLICANT.

Applicants who have not heard from us by the closing date must assume that, on this occasion, their application has been unsuccessful.

Information :

• Company : Cognita Schools
• Position : Counselor
• Location : Ho Man Tin, Kowloon
• Country : HK