17 Temporary Counselor jobs in Saudi Arabia

Supporting students and families in grades 9 through 12 as they navigate the transition to higher education, both locally and internationally. The counselor must possess expertise in global university systems, particularly those in Saudi Arabia, the United States, and Europe, and align all guidance efforts with School's mission of fostering character, purpose, and leadership in every student. The role involves strategic program planning, individual advising, and active engagement with parents, faculty, and university representatives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (master's preferred) in Education, Counseling, or related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in college advising, counseling, or admissions (preferably in an international or American curriculum school).
• Strong knowledge of university systems in Saudi Arabia, the United States, Europe, and the IB Diploma Programme.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust with students, families, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is an asset.
• Competency with advising platforms (e.g., SCOIR, Naviance) and general educational technologies.
• A growth mindset, cultural sensitivity, and a passion for helping students achieve their goals.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design and implement a multi-year college and career advising program for students in Grades 9–12, integrating academic planning, career exploration, and application preparation.
• Provide individualized college counseling to students and families, including goal-setting, application guidance, essay review, financial aid navigation, and decision-making support.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of all student interactions, advising notes, and application progress.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with university admissions representatives in the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East.
• Host and coordinate university visits, virtual fairs, and information sessions on campus.
• Represent School at regional and international college counselor conferences and fairs.
• Manage and support the submission of college applications, recommendations, transcripts, and school profiles.
• Write compelling and personalized counselor recommendation letters for students.
• Coordinate with the Testing Coordinator on logistics and student preparation for standardized exams (PSAT, GAT, SAT, IB, etc.).
• Annually update and distribute the School Profile to colleges and universities.
• Conduct regular workshops and sessions for parents on the college admissions landscape, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities.
• Collaborate with teachers, advisors, and academic leaders to align academic choices with student goals.
• Provide professional development for faculty on their roles in supporting students through the college process.
• Maintain and leverage the college advising platform (e.g., SCOIR or equivalent) to track student progress and inform advising.
• Collect and report data on student admissions outcomes, scholarships, and alumni placement.
• Stay current on global admissions trends and update school leadership and marketing teams with annual results and changes. Aligned with School Guiding Statements.
• Guides students in becoming principled and purposeful learners ready for a global future.
• Supports diverse post-secondary pathways and nurtures intercultural competencies.
• Builds bridges between students, families, universities, and the broader community.
• Support whole-school initiatives and participate in school events.
• Maintain professional memberships in college counseling associations (e.g., IACAC, CIS, NACAC).
• Demonstrate commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Start date: August 2025

At Waad Academy, we are committed to providing a well-rounded education that nurtures the academic, social, and emotional development of our students. Located in Jeddah, our school is known for its innovative approach and dedication to creating a positive, dynamic learning environment. We empower our staff to thrive professionally and make a lasting impact on the lives of our students.

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Student Counselor to join our team and support the well-being of our students. The ideal candidate will be committed to promoting students' mental health, emotional growth, and overall well-being, providing individual counseling, and developing programs to support students' personal development. This role requires an individual who can build strong, trusting relationships with students, collaborate with faculty, and work closely with parents to ensure that each student has the support they need to thrive academically and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Student Development & Support: Identify and support students' abilities, inclinations, and behaviors, providing guidance and developing personalized treatment plans to help them succeed.
• Parent & Teacher Collaboration: Hold individual meetings with parents to address concerns, organize training courses for students and their families, and collaborate with teachers on academic performance and behavioral issues.
• Academic Monitoring & Guidance: Track student progress through evaluations, identify lagging students, and collaborate with the Guidance Committee to provide appropriate support and interventions.
• Career & Health Guidance: Offer career guidance, facilitate participation in school career days, and increase awareness about healthy practices. Refer students to appropriate professionals when necessary.
• Coordination & Supervision: Supervise student entry into classes, cooperate with teachers and staff, ensure students' well-being, and attend team meetings to discuss student support and improvements.
• Student and Parent Communication: Maintain regular communication with parents regarding student progress, behavior, and attendance, and follow up on any concerns.

• A Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education, or a related field.
• At least 3+ years of experience in student counseling, pastoral care, or mental health support within a school setting.
• Proven experience in providing individual and group counseling, developing intervention strategies, and supporting students' emotional and academic well-being.
• Strong collaboration skills to work effectively with teachers, parents, and school leadership in addressing student needs.
• Exceptional communication, active listening, and interpersonal skills to build trust and rapport with students, parents, and staff.
• In-depth knowledge of child development, safeguarding policies, and mental health frameworks to support student well-being.

Job Title: Student Counselor – Arabic Speaker

Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Company: JNS Education

Employment Type: Full-time

About Us:

JNS Education is a leading international education consultancy helping students achieve their global study ambitions. With branches across key regions, we pride ourselves on offering personalized, ethical, and result-oriented counseling services.

Job Description:

We are seeking a motivated and fluent Arabic & English-speaking Student Counselor to join our Riyadh branch. The ideal candidate will assist students in choosing suitable foreign universities, programs, and countries for higher education, while maintaining excellent communication with students, parents, and partner universities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Counsel students on international study destinations (UK, USA, Canada, Australia, etc.)
• Handle inquiries through walk-ins, calls, WhatsApp, and online channels
• Provide accurate guidance on admissions, visa processes, and university requirements
• Maintain student follow-ups and convert leads to successful applications
• Attend education fairs, university visits, and promotional events
• Work closely with the branch manager and operations team

Requirements:

• Fluent in Arabic and English (spoken and written)
• Bachelor's degree (preferred in Education, Business, or related field)
• Minimum experience in overseas student counseling or education consultancy is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Positive attitude and ability to work in a target-oriented environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Professional training and career growth opportunities
• Supportive and multicultural work environment

How to Apply: Send your CV to with the subject line: Student Counselor-Arabic Speaker

Job Type: Full-time

Application Deadline: 30/10/2025

Expected Start Date: 02/11/2025

Works with students, parents, and educators to help the students succeed academically and socially. They provide one-on-one emotional guidance and help students plan for their futures by guiding them in building a career.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in psychology or social worker or a bachelor's degree in a subject matter and a post graduate degree (at least advance diploma) in a field related to counselling.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the Education Executive Officer and the school principal in ensuring high quality professional practice, (specially in ensuring a safe and healthy environment for students' learning).

• Evaluates students' abilities and interests through performance on assessments, interviews, and information collated from relevant stakeholders (teachers, parents, classmates, etc.)

• Identifies issues that affect school performance, such as poor classroom attendance rates

• Helps students understand and overcome social or behavioral problems through guidance lessons and counseling

• Counsels individuals and small groups on the basis of student and school needs

• Works with students to develop skills, such as organizational and time management abilities and effective study habits

• Helps students create a plan to achieve academic and career goals

• Collaborates with teachers, administrators, and parents to help students succeed

• Teaches students and school staff about specific topics, such as bullying, drug abuse

• Maintains records as required

• Assists with conflict mediation and resolution between students, students and teachers, or parents and teachers to ensure a healthy and constructive learning environment

• Advises students and parents to resources outside the school for additional support

• Participates in school self-evaluation and contributes in developing school improvement plans

• Enrolls and participates in the respective professional development programs.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Effective counseling skills.

• Excellent active listening skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Patience and compassion.

• Social perceptiveness and an understanding of body language.

• Excellent organizational skills

• Ability to multitask and attention to detail.

Company Description

Future Business and Technology Institute for Higher Training, located in Riyadh, KSA, offers a wide range of courses in English, Business, and IT. The institute specializes in advanced training programs such as Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security, and Networking. With a focus on skill development, we aim to provide our students with practical knowledge and expertise. Our upcoming curriculum will include Robotics, Data Analytics, and other innovations. Our mission is to empower learners with cutting-edge skills for success in the evolving global market.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role for an Admissions Counselor located in Riyadh. The Admissions Counselor will be responsible for guiding prospective students through the admissions process, providing information about the institute's programs, and assisting with enrollment. Day-to-day tasks include handling inquiries, conducting interviews, evaluating applications, and supporting new students as they transition into their programs. The role requires effective communication, customer service, and sales skills, as well as collaboration with the educational and administrative teams.

Qualifications

• Interpersonal Communication and Communication skills
• Customer Service and Sales skills
• Experience in Education or a related field
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Proficiency in English; knowledge of other languages is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, or a related field

أبواب | مرشد أكاديمي

(المملكة العربية السعودية)

نظرة عامة على الدور

فرصة متاحة للمرشد الأكاديمي للانضمام إلى فريقنا في مهمتنا لتغيير الطريقة التي يتعلم بها الطلاب خارج الصف وإطلاق العنان للإمكانات البشرية في منطقة الشرق الأوسط وشمال أفريقيا.

نحن نبحث عن مرشح يتمتع بمهارات تواصل وشخصية استثنائية للعمل مع مجموعة متنوعة وقوية من الأشخاص من فريقنا.

نقدم خدمات تعليمية لطلاب المدارس تساعد في إدارة الوقت وتحملهم مسؤولية تقدمهم في التعليم، وتمكن طلابنا من عادات دراسية جيدة وأدوات فعالة لمساعدتهم على أن يصبحوا متعلمين مسؤولين ومستقلين ومبدعين، وبالتالي دعم أولياء الأمور في حياتهم.

الوظيفة متاحة للسعوديين المقيمين في المملكة العربية السعودية، مع إمكانية العمل من المنزل.

المهام والمسؤوليات

1. تقديم متابعة أكاديمية ضمن خطة مجدولة في جلسات أسبوعية مباشرة.
2. متابعة الطالب أول بأول لتحقيق تقدمه الدراسّي على منصة أبواب.
3. تقديم إرشاد فردي ومتابعات لجميع الطلاب بشكل أسبوعي.
4. التأكد من قيام جميع الطلاب بإكمال واجباتهم الأكاديمية بشكل يومي.
5. تقديم توصيات للأهل والتواصل معهم دورياً لإعلامهم بتقدم أبنائهم الدراسي.
6. اكتشاف شخصيات الطلاب المختلفة، ودعمهم في مواجهة تحديات التعلم أو إدارة الوقت أو غيرها.
7. التواصل مع الطالب والأهل في بداية الخدمة للتعريف بالخدمة.
8. إعداد تقرير بالمهام المنجزة يوميا.

المؤهلات والخبرات

1. حاصل على درجة البكالوريوس (أو أن يكون في السنة الأخيرة من الجامعة) في أحد مجالات العلوم التربوية مثل: الإرشاد والصحة النفسية، تكنولوجيا التعليم، علم النفس، علم الاجتماع أو أي تخصص ذي صلة.
2. نرحب أيضًا بالتخصصات الأكاديمية الأخرى مثل الأحياء والرياضيات واللغات للتقديم.
3. تعتبر الخبرة السابقة في العمل/التدريب ميزة إضافية كبيرة.
4. معرفة جيدة في برنامج Excel.
5. المعرفة ببرامج إدارة علاقات العملاء (CRM) تعتبر ميزة إضافية.
6. فهم عميق لبيئة الطلاب السعودية واحتياجاتهم.
7. أن يكون لديه خلفية في مناهج المدارس الابتدائية والمتوسطة والثانوية.
8. المرونة والتحمل.
9. الذكاء العاطفي.
10. الاهتمام بالتعليم والاستثمار في تعلم الطلاب.

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Disciplines – Career Counselor

Job Title Source

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nce* Minimum of four (4) years of experience as an educational psychologist, special education instructor, counselor, advisor or relevant role that involves the application of educational psychological theory and pra

xis*Experience working with people who have a wide range of disabilities and ne

eds

Language Compet

enceProficient command of spoken, written and presentational skills in Arabic and Eng

lish

Preferred S

kills* Good knowledge of current special needs topics and service methodolo

gies.

* Ability to conduct evaluative testing and assessments to support creation of individualized Educational plans (

IEPs).

* Endowed with a patient, resourceful, and resilient personality, and able to be sensitive, empathetic and willing to establish rapport with indiv

iduals.

*Ability to cope with emotional situations, owning excellent listening and observational

skills.

* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills in Arabic and

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KAUST Schools

Saudi Arabia

Job type:

Full Time, Fixed Term

Start date:

02 August 2026

Apply by:

15 October 2025

The Counselor works collaboratively with the KAUST School Counseling Department to foster an inclusive, holistic and developmentally appropriate school environment and supports the school's mission to empower students to be resourceful and responsible global citizens.

The Counselor delivers comprehensive, age-appropriate and culturally sensitive programming that provides equity and excellence for all by supporting the wellbeing, academic, social and career development of each student in our school.

KAUST Schools

4700 Kaust, Thuwal

Western Province

Saudi Arabia

Purpose-built secure community built around a recently established University campus located 80km north of Jeddah on the Red Sea coast. The community contains a golf course, marina, restaurants, basic retail, modern supermarket, cinema, fitness center, beaches and parks.

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