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Position Summary

The School Counselor is responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering a comprehensive school counseling program designed to meet the social, emotional, and academic needs of all students. The counselor aims to empower students to develop self-awareness, confidence, and collaborative skills, fostering ethical and kind members of the general community. The position reports directly to the Sectional Principal.

Key Responsibilities

Program Planning and Organization

- Design and implement a school counseling program tailored to the needs of the students and the school.
- Create a supportive classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for student developmental needs and interests during instructional sessions.

School Guidance Curriculum

- Utilize effective instructional skills to conduct structured group sessions.
- Develop and teach school guidance units, aligning materials and strategies with student needs and school goals.
- Facilitate training and support for school staff, particularly homeroom teachers, to ensure successful teaching and implementation of the guidance curriculum.

Individual Planning and Responsive Services

- Provide individual and small-group counseling to address student needs and concerns.
- Guide students and collaborate with parents to set goals and build planning skills.
- Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals to support student well-being.
- Support an effective referral process for additional support, applying assessment tools for student well-being and engagement.
- Collaborate with LLC and ELL teachers to facilitate SSS (Student Support Services) meetings and conduct follow-ups.
- Collaborate and consult with the Child Safeguarding Team.

Elementary School Specific Responsibilities

- Support teachers in units related to growth and development and mental health.
- Facilitate SSS meetings in collaboration with the elementary school team.





Data Analysis, Monitoring, and System Support

- Collect and analyze data to guide program direction and ensure equity and access to rigorous academics for all students.
- Monitor student progress and implement or support appropriate interventions for social and emotional well-being.
- Maintain a master calendar to plan and distribute counseling activities throughout the year.
- Measure results from the guidance curriculum and conduct program audits to make necessary adjustments for subsequent years.

Advocacy and Professional Responsibilities

- Promote success and equity for every student while acting as a leader within the counseling department, school, and community.
- Promote intercultural competencies, diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice.
- Maintain a professional demeanor, ethical conduct, clear communication, and actively engage in continuous learning and professional networks.
- Be available to occasionally facilitate parent education sessions outside regular working hours.

Requirements

Education

- Bachelor's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.

Certification

- Certification as a school counselor.

Languages

- Fluency in English required; fluency in Spanish preferred.
- Strong oral and written communication skills in English.

Experience

- Previous experience in school counseling or related fields preferred.
- Experience working collaboratively with people from diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Ability to build positive and respectful relationships with students, staff, and parents.

Preferred Qualifications / Skills

- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficient in data collection and analysis to guide program direction.
- Ability to adapt to changing needs and circumstances within the school environment.
- Basic computer skills and familiarity with counseling software and tools.
- Commitment to professional growth and continuous learning.
- Commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and ethical school community.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 7:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m.

📌 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELOR (Buenos Aires)
🏢 Lincoln
📍 Buenos Aires