Coordinator of Student Services

Full time position to begin August 1, 2025

Perelman Jewish Day School seeks a Coordinator of Student Services who is a thoughtful, caring, and collaborative educator. This role reports to the Forman Center Principal and works within the Academic Leadership Team.  This professional is responsible for supporting the academic, emotional and social needs of all 80 students at the school’s Forman Center. Additionally, this professional oversees the implementation of programs and resources that enhance student well-being and achievement.  

Successful candidates will work well independently and collaboratively, possess strong communication and organizational skills allowing them to oversee all student services and to communicate with educators, families and external vendors.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, group and whole class counseling to support students’ academic, social and emotional needs
• Address and resolve conflicts, behavioral challenges and personal issues among students
• Intervene in challenging situations and connect students with appropriate internal or external support services
• Collaborate with teachers to monitor student progress and identify areas for academic improvement
• Facilitate programs and workshops related to executive functioning, study skills, time management and behavioral management
• Design and implement school-wide programs addressing mental health, social skills, bullying prevention and diversity awareness
• Coordinate  and liaise with external vendors and community organizations to bring additional resources and expertise into the school
• Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and adjust them to better meet student needs
• Communicate regularly with families to discuss student progress, concerns and goals
• Host parent workshops and informational sessions on related topics, such as developmental milestones, social media safety and mental health
• Maintain accurate records of student interactions, interventions and progress
• Analyze data to identify trends, inform decisions and report on program effectiveness
• Create students learning and accommodation plans, periodically revise and adjust plans
• Serve as a member of the school’s Academic Leadership Team, attending weekly meetings and leading key projects and initiatives
• Serve on Perelman’s Admissions Committee, evaluating student applications, observing prospective students during visiting days and in their current school environments 
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Forman Center Principal

Job Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or related field such as School Psychologist, Clinical or Social Work degree
• A deep understanding of child development, social-emotional learning and mental health practices
• 5 years of experience; previous experience in an independent school setting preferred
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and high degree of cultural competency, with the ability to build and maintain effective professional relationships with students, faculty, staff, families, external vendors and community organizations
• Proficiency in conflict resolutions, crisis intervention and behavior management
• Strong capacity to navigate difficult conversations
• Able to design and implement innovative programs that enhance student success
• Strong organizational and technological skills, with the ability to manage data and communication
• Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive school environment
• High-energy and enthusiasm about working in the Jewish day school atmosphere

Perelman Jewish Day School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Compensation for this position ranges from $70,000 to $85,000 annually; compensation is commensurate with experience, and includes a competitive benefits package. Paid time off includes Jewish and secular holidays, two lengthy school vacations, and additional PTO. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, FSA, 403(b), and tuition remission.

This is a 12-month, in person position. The school day at Perelman runs from 8:20 am - 3:30 pm and the expectation for members of the Academic Leadership Team is that they are minimally here from 8:00 am-3:45 pm Tuesday-Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm on Mondays, and 8:00 am - 2:45 pm on Fridays in the winter months. As an Academic Leadership Team member, the times can and will vary depending on day and workload and this should be discussed regularly with your supervisor. Administrators also have late duty responsibilities from time to time.

About Perelman Jewish Day School

Perelman Jewish Day School was founded in 1956 in a small room in the basement of Har Zion Temple in Philadelphia, with just 39 students enrolled. Today, we’re known as Raymond and Ruth Perelman Jewish Day School. Over the last 6 decades, we’ve expanded to serve over 350 students, Jr K-5, in two centers located on two beautiful campuses in Wynnewood and Melrose Park. We are accredited by the Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS), are a member of the Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools (ADVIS) and Prizmah: Center for Jewish Day Schools. Our mission is to provide students with Jewish-values based education within the context of a rigorous academic program. The goal of our school is to develop confident, accomplished and compassionate graduates who have a sound understanding of their history and culture as both Americans and Jews. Our school serves students from all types of families and socio-economic backgrounds. We are a diverse and caring community, where every student has a special place.

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