School Counselor

Job Overview
We are seeking a passionate and dedicated School Counselor to join our educational community! In this vital role, you will serve as a trusted guide and advocate for students, fostering their academic success, emotional well-being, and personal growth. Your energetic approach will help create a supportive environment where every child feels valued and empowered. You will collaborate with teachers, parents, and external agencies to develop tailored strategies that address each student’s unique needs, ensuring a positive and inclusive school experience. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners while promoting their overall development.

Duties

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions focused on academic advising, behavioral health, mental health counseling, and social-emotional development.
• Develop and implement comprehensive behavior management plans to support positive student conduct.
• Assist students with conflict management strategies, conflict resolution skills, and social skills development.
• Conduct assessments using standardized testing tools to identify student needs and track progress over time.
• Collaborate with teachers to adapt classroom strategies for students with special education needs or behavioral challenges.
• Offer guidance on childhood development topics, cultural diversity counseling, child welfare issues, and child protective services procedures.
• Support students in navigating personal challenges by providing Christian counseling or other culturally sensitive approaches as appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in School Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or related field; Master’s degree preferred .
• Valid school counselor certification or licensure as required by local regulations.
• Demonstrated experience working with children and students in educational or childcare settings.
• Strong communication skills to effectively engage with students, parents, teachers, and external agencies.
• Knowledge of behavioral health practices, mental health counseling techniques, and child welfare policies.
• Experience with classroom experience and classroom management strategies is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with special education programs, conflict management methods, standardized testing procedures, and cultural diversity counseling is a plus. Join us in shaping the future by supporting the holistic growth of our students! This role offers an inspiring environment where your expertise will be valued as you help children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally every day.

Pay: $44,008.25 - $52,999.19 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person