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Social Emotional Counselor-Tentative
Dalian American International School
Liaoning
- $55,000 - $64,000 per year
- New
- Quick apply
- Salary:
- School will assist with sending a percentage of salary to teachers' overseas account and a percentage of salary issued to local bank account.
- Job type:
- Full Time, Fixed Term
- Start date:
- August 1, 2027
- Apply by:
- 31 January 2027
Job overview
Dalian American International School (DAIS) is a leading international school in China committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment for students from diverse backgrounds. We follow the Common Core curriculum and strive to nurture well-rounded individuals through academic excellence and social-emotional development.
We are currently seeking a dedicated Social Emotional Counselor to join our team. This position supports the whole school community by promoting students' social, emotional, and mental well-being, helping them navigate challenges, build resilience, and achieve their full potential.
Position: Social Emotional Counselor
Position Type: School Counsellor
Curriculum: Common Core
Education Stage: Whole School
Minimum Experience: 2 years
Responsibilities include providing individual and group counseling sessions, collaborating with teachers and parents to support student needs, developing programs that foster positive social-emotional skills, conducting assessments when necessary, and contributing to a safe and nurturing school climate.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years experience as a counselor or similar role within an educational setting
- Strong understanding of child development theories related to social-emotional learning
- Familiarity with Common Core curriculum frameworks
- Excellent communication skills with students, staff, parents, and external professionals
- Ability to design interventions tailored to diverse student needs across all grade levels
- Proficient in conflict resolution techniques and crisis management
- Relevant counseling certification or degree in psychology/counseling/education
Values and Attitudes:
- Empathy towards students’ emotional experiences coupled with professionalism
- Commitment to confidentiality while maintaining trustworthiness
- Collaborative mindset working effectively within multidisciplinary teams
- Cultural sensitivity respecting diversity among students from various backgrounds
- Passion for fostering holistic growth beyond academics
- Patience, adaptability, positivity in challenging situations
If you are passionate about supporting children’s emotional health within an international education context at Dalian American International School we encourage you to apply. Join us in making a meaningful difference every day!
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About Dalian American International School
- Dalian American International School
- No. 2 Dianchi Road, Golden Pebble Beach, Jinzhou New District, Dalian
- Liaoning
- 116650
- China
Welcome to Dalian American International School, a premier international educational institution nestled in the beautiful, coastal city of Dalian. As a proud member of the Nord Anglia Education family, DAIS is known for its exceptional academics, delivered by world-class teachers. We'll guide students to achieve outstanding academic results and create their own pathway to success.
As we celebrate our 20th anniversary in 2026, alongside our sister school, Dalian Huamei School, marking 15 years, we are proud to foster a vibrant community of over 800 students on our purpose-built campus, set against a backdrop of rolling hills. We are dedicated to shaping a generation of successful and resilient global citizens, who leave our schools with everything they need for success – whatever they choose to be or do in life.
To support this mission, we offer competitive compensation and are deeply committed to your professional growth through our global network. This includes bespoke training via Nord Anglia University, leadership development courses, and clear career pathways like our Outstanding Trainee Teacher Program. With excellent relocation packages and the opportunity to collaborate with over 10,000 educators worldwide, we provide the platform for you to advance your career globally. If you are inspired to make a profound difference, we invite you to join us in this noble career and help shape the future leaders of tomorrow.
Mission and Vision
Dalian American International School facilitates a challenging, collaborative, and responsive learning environment that develops student intellect, character, and health. At DAIS, every learner strives to achieve personal excellence and contributes to the global community.
Dalian American International School bridges the educational experiences of international and Chinese national students in an attractive, well-resourced and up-to-date educational facility. Building upon our rich local history, culture and beautiful natural environment, we inspire students to be leaders serving local and global communities.
Working at DAIS
Exceptional teachers make exceptional schools and our educators are some of the very best. We believe this job is the most important job in the world. The teachers are the school. Our students and parents say that the students enjoy going to school each day and they feel safe and happy. The staff feel supported by the leadership team and the support staff. “It is a tight knit family. Everyone is super helpful. The support staff go above and beyond for you and your family.They really take care of us," commented a current teacher.
Our faculty, leadership, and many student families live together in the secure, on-campus Campus Village, fostering a tight-knit, supportive community.
We offer a comprehensive compensation package, which includes: a competitive salary, a contract completion gratuity, paid at the end of each two-year term, furnished rent-free on-campus housing, full medical coverage, flight allowances, and complete tuition coverage for up to two children.
Living in Dalian
The greater area of Dalian city is a modern Chinese metropolis consisting of 6.5 million permanent residences, with approximately 1.74 million people living in the city center. It is a city alive with shopping centers, leisure activities, movie theaters, parks, scenic areas, seaside beaches, and attractions. The neighborhood roads are often full of street food and street vendors, and there are many eateries and bars for expatriates to explore. The city is easy to navigate, although getting to and from the city-center from the DAIS school in Jinshitan takes about 1-1.5 hours. The school provides free bus transportation to Dalian every weekend on both Saturday and Sunday. Other forms of transportation, such as taxis, private cars for hire, city buses, the light-rail, and the subway all make getting around the city very accessible. See more details by clicking on the Relocation Handbook.
Nord Anglia Education
DAIS is part of Nord Anglia Education group, which opens precious opportunities to teacher training programs as well as teaching opportunities among 80+ international schools around the world. visit www.nordangliaeducation.com for more information.
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