Middle and High School Social Emotional Counselor

Job Description We are inviting interested applicants who are good team players, enthusiastic, service-oriented, and professionally competent to join our dedicated team. REPORTS TO: Student Services Director Job Goal The MS/HS Social-Emotional Counselor provides proactive, comprehensive, and Christ-centered counseling support for students in Grades 6 to 12. The counselor promotes emotional well-being, resilience, and positive relationships through direct counseling services, teacher and parent collaboration, and the development of schoolwide social-emotional learning initiatives. A key area of focus will include leading the development of the Middle School SEL (Advisory) Program by designing curriculum, equipping teachers, and supporting implementation. Performance Responsibilities Counseling & Student Support - Provide individual and small-group counseling to support students social-emotional, behavioral, and interpersonal needs. - Maintain a safe, confidential, and supportive environment that promotes student trust and growth. - Implement preventive and responsive interventions using evidence-based, solution-focused, and restorative approaches. - Partner with the Learning Support Teacher, Academic Counselor, and Principal to address students holistic needs. - Refer students to external professionals or agencies when specialized care is required, and coordinate follow-up. Consultation & Collaboration - Consult regularly with faculty, staff, and parents regarding student well-being, classroom climate, and behavior support. - Partner with teachers to develop classroom strategies that support positive social-emotional and behavioral outcomes. - Support crisis management by providing immediate intervention and follow-up support when necessary. - Lead the continued implementation of the High School School Counseling Curriculum (during Advisory), ensuring consistency and quality in lesson delivery. - Design and develop the Middle School SEL Program (during Advisory), including curriculum creation, piloting, and refinement. - Train and equip Advisory teachers through ongoing professional development, modeling, and collaborative planning. - Collaborate with the ES Counselor to ensure vertical alignment between SEL programs. - Integrate SEL practices with the school's spiritual life, restorative discipline, and student leadership initiatives. Parent & Community Engagement - Partner with parents to promote consistent homeschool approaches to supporting student development. - Offer parent education sessions and workshops on topics such as adolescent development, digital wellness, and social-emotional growth. School-Wide Contributions - Support student transitions between Elementary, Middle, and High School, providing guidance and orientation for students and families. - Contribute to High School programming such as Senior Transition Week, Week Without Walls, and Student Leadership Development. - Maintain accurate and confidential records, documentation, and program calendars. - Participate actively in faculty meetings, chapel, and school events, modeling the school's values and Christ-centered mission. - Engage in ongoing professional development in counseling, SEL, and related areas. - Perform other duties as assigned by the MS/HS Principal in alignment with the Staff Handbook and school mission. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in a related field - [Preferred] Master's degree in Counseling, School Psychology, or a related field. - Teaching credential from a US state, Canadian province, or from ACSI (exceptions will be approved by the Academic Board) - Experience with supporting students with social & emotional needs - [Preferred] Minimum 35 years of experience in school counseling (international or cross-cultural experience preferred). - [Preferred] Experience developing or facilitating SEL or Advisory programs preferred. If you are interested in applying, please send a cover letter and resume/CV to [Confidential Information]. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.