School Counselor - Rancho Santa Margarita, United States - St. John's Episcopal School

    St. John's Episcopal School
    St. John's Episcopal School Rancho Santa Margarita, United States

    1 month ago

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    Full time
    Description
    St.

    John's seeks an innovative, exemplary School Counselor who is deeply committed to educational best practices and who shares our vision of making St.

    John's the premier independent school in Orange County. This is an Academic School Year position and will report to the Associate Head of School.

    The duties listed below are representative of the general duties of the role and are not an exhaustive list, as additional duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

    Essential Functions


    • Knows and applies techniques and strategies that will continue to enhance the counseling program.
    • Exhibits superior knowledge of the psychological development of adolescents and has the training, background, and skills needed to provide counseling services and support for a healthy school environment.
    • Understands and is sensitive to the nature and functioning of the student within the family, school, and community contexts. Has a background in classroom teaching and would excel in teaching a life skills-based course.
    • Has extensive experience with various Social-Emotional Learning programs and curriculum.
    • Demonstrates high moral character (as outlined in the St. John's Episcopal School Employee Handbook) who demonstrates the ability to apply and adhere to ethical and legal standards in counseling.
    • Assists in maintaining congruency between the school's approved Mission Statement, the Strategic Plan and Long Range Financial Plan and all activities of the admissions department.
    • Enforces and adheres to school policies in all areas of the school's operation.
    • Supports the Employee and School Handbooks and assists with revisions and updates, when necessary, of the school's policies and procedures.?
    • Exhibits the behaviors described in the Faculty and Staff: Basic Expectations, Characteristics of Professional Excellence and complies with Physical Requirements and Work Environment.
    Qualifications


    • Master's degree in counseling, School Psychology, or related field
    • Licensed Professional Counselor or Certified School Counselor
    • A minimum of 3–5 years of school counseling experience or requisite experience may be
    considered.