Location- in person
Position Type-Full Time (New Position)
Compensation & Placement: Salary is determined by the HTS Faculty Salary Grid, ranging from $63,900 – $97,000 for Faculty with up to 5 years of experience and $84,100– $124,800 for those with 5+ years of teaching experience. Final placement is based on recognized teaching years, degrees, and Additional Qualifications (AQs)
No AI is used for screening, assessment, or selection.
Holy Trinity School is a co-educational day school with students from JK to Grade 12. In order to thrive, students will need to be lifelong learners. Our goal as a leading educational institution is to inspire our students to be driven in their pursuits, make an impact in their communities (professional and personal) and be nimble to a complex and rapidly evolving world.
We invite all learners, students and adults alike, to be engaged in the process of understanding, creating and articulating knowledge, skills and dispositions. Our vision engages all stakeholders in a learning relationship that is driven by knowing one’s strengths, interests and areas for growth. We recognize and honour the uniqueness and dignity of all learners, foster their agency and choice, while inviting our learners’ curiosity and courage to try new things and explore new opportunities. We believe that the purpose of education is to prepare students for life. A rapidly evolving world needs confident, driven, intellectually agile and empathetic citizens.
Organizational Values:
- Dignity is at the heart of inclusion and respect.
- Learning is a journey, not a destination.
- Character is the essence of our humanity.
- Excellence is the pursuit and realization of one’s personal best.
- Innovation is a mindset of possibilities fuelled by curiosity.
About This Faculty Role:
HTS has an exciting opportunity in our Student Success Department for a Grade 6 to 8 Student Success Counsellor. The candidate will function as a social-emotional and well-being support for middle school students, design and provide SEL programming, and support grade 8 students with their grade 9 course selection.
At HTS, we place our learners at the center of our work. The successful candidate will bring an innovative and personalized approach to our counselling program, activities, and resources while also bringing a fresh perspective to our existing program and practices. The successful candidate will assist students in the areas of personal/social growth. This role specializes in mentoring and guiding students through the social-emotional decision-making process, skills development and growth. All Counsellors provide individual and group counseling services and consult with students, parents, teachers and other school and community personnel to assist in meeting the needs of students. Additionally, Counsellors play a key role in connecting students and families with community support and building partnerships with post-secondary institutions.
Who You Are:
At HTS, we value educators as architects and lead learners: You are caring, highly organized, intelligent, flexible, and dedicated and are someone who designs learning experiences that are relevant and meaningful for your learners. You are dedicated to professional renewal and knowing your students – striving for excellence. You create an inspiring learning environment that is engaging, supportive, and inclusive.
You have strengths in our core competencies which are Professionalism, Adaptability & Flexibility, Continuous Improvement, and Communication & Collaboration. In addition, you should possess strengths in:
- Developmental stages of middle school students
- Developing and delivering engaging social-emotional programming
- Supporting young adolescents with skills development in social-emotional areas
What You Need:
We are inviting candidates with the following qualifications to apply:
- Post-Secondary Degree in education, social work or related field
- OCT certified and guidance qualifications considered an asset
- 2-3 years experience as a counsellor working with students preferably in an education setting
- Experience working with students and families, assisting them in navigating the social-emotional changes of growing up
- Working knowledge of ministry counselling directives/guidelines and ethics
- Exceptional communication skills and strong digital competencies
- Exceptional problem solving skills
- Demonstrated effectiveness in building and maintaining relationships
- Demonstrated effectiveness in working within a team
- Demonstrates knowledge of counselling theories, models and techniques for individual and group counselling
- Solid understanding of, and practices in accordance with, federal and provincial laws, and/or policies that relate to the privacy and protection of students and families
- Demonstrated ability in developing programs
What’s In It For You?
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including participation in the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan and provide the following:
- Learners who are inspiring, dedicated and deeply committed to their learning and our community
- A stimulating learning and work environment
- Extensive professional learning opportunities
- A beautiful and modern campus nestled in 37 acres of forest in the Oak Ridges Moraine
- A professional culture based on the principles of integrity, professionalism and innovation
- An environment that is committed to equity
Apply Now
If you are interested in joining us at our attractive Richmond Hill campus we encourage you to apply at www.hts.on.ca
The deadline to apply is March 13, 2026. We thank all applicants for their interest however we will only contact those selected for an interview.
HTS is an equal opportunity employer and will make reasonable accommodations upon request to enable applicants with disabilities to participate in the interview process. Please contact us at hr@hts.on.ca for more information.
