School Counselor (2026-2027)

Follow your passion

Are you ready to help build the next chapter of educational excellence?

At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission.

Zeta serves students across the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens and continues to grow our Pre-K through 12th grade network at an ambitious pace. This year alone, we opened our first high school, added another elementary school in Queens, and launched two additional middle schools in the Bronx. And we are not slowing down. We have big plans to continue growing each year so that more children have access to an excellent education. Joining Zeta means joining a team that is actively building the next generation of our school network and serving as a change agent for children.

The role at a glance

Role: School Counselor
Start date: November or December start
Location: Zeta Bronx Tremont Park Upper Elementary School
Work model: Fully on-site
Salary range: $72,000 - $103,000
Reports to: Principal

Compensation is determined according to Zeta’s applicable salary scale, which factors in relevant experience and internal equity. 

Who you are

We are searching for a School Counselor who is passionate about delivering on Zeta’s promise of exceptional whole-child education through responsive, individualized support and care that empowers every student to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

You bring:

• A Master’s degree in School Counseling
• Current New York State School Counselor certification
• A proven record of supporting students in crisis with sound judgment, composure, and care while driving meaningful student growth and achievement
• A strong understanding of special education, Response to Intervention, progress monitoring, and social-emotional and behavioral supports
• Exceptional communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to partner effectively with students, families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams
• A strong work ethic, deep alignment with Zeta’s mission, and genuine openness to feedback and growth

What you’ll be doing

In the School Counselor role, you will:

• Serve as a key contributor to the school community, partnering with school leaders, teachers, and families to drive high-quality student support systems and social-emotional learning (SEL).
• Lead and monitor individualized student growth by providing responsive, evidence-based individual and group counseling to students who need targeted support in emotional regulation, social perspective-taking, problem-solving, and self-control, in close partnership with school leadership, network experts, and external consultants.
• Design and implement impactful, research-based SEL programming, coaching teachers on effective execution and ensuring consistent, school-wide immersion of Zeta’s SEL curriculum and practices.
• Build deep, trusting relationships with students and families, and lead efforts to ensure students consistently demonstrate Zeta’s EPIC values—Excellence, Perseverance, Integrity, and Community—strengthening a joyful, values-driven school culture.
• Collaborate closely with the Student Achievement Team and the Committee on Special Education (CSE) to identify, support, and monitor students with disabilities and diverse learning needs.
• Play a critical role on the Response to Intervention (RtI) Team, using data to design, implement, and refine tiered supports that address students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs so that 100% of students receive the supports they need to succeed and 90%+ of students achieve grade-level mastery by end of year.
• Partner regularly with school psychologists and network staff, consulting on complex cases, sharing best practices, and engaging in ongoing SEL and student-support professional learning.
• Maintain proactive, consistent communication with families, providing clear updates and partnership for the students you serve to ensure alignment and sustained progress.

Join our purpose-driven community 

Zeta teammates are lifelong learners who live with child-like joy and a deep sense of purpose. We disrupt the status quo, tackle problems together, and stand united by our commitment to a limitless future for every child. 

At Zeta:

• We are passionate about our mission of providing world-class education to all students
• We bring a mindset of growth, flexibility, and openness to feedback
• We are hungry and determined to not only meet our goals, but surpass them
• We are humble, willing to put the team’s needs ahead of our own, and committed to contributing to a collaborative work environment
• We have a high bar for excellence and sweat over the details

How does Zeta invest in you? 

We offer great benefits

• Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
• 403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings 
• Competitive compensation
• Relocation support to help eligible candidates make the move to New York City

We provide awesome perks

• Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses – from gym memberships to salon appointments, concerts, and more
• Four live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace and a free Headspace subscription
• MacBook Air and specified monthly reimbursement for use of a mobile phone
• Fully stocked team spaces with snacks and quality coffee to keep you fueled throughout the day
• Zeta swag, team outings, and some of NYC’s finest sweet treats handpicked from our CEO
• Books and resources for professional development 

We care deeply about your personal and professional growth

• Clear pathways to professional growth
• Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates 
• Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team
• Interactive Mindfulness and DEIJ programming

Apply Now 

Equity is at the heart of our mission. We have a deep commitment to pursuing diversity and striving for equity. Zeta is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Work authorization is required. Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the United States.