Middle School Counselor
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Overview of Excelsior Classical Academy
Excelsior Classical Academy is a tuition-free public charter academy with a rigorous, college-preparatory, liberal arts focus. Excelsior means “higher” in Latin, and at Excelsior, we strive for continuous improvement in academics and character. We will help each student reach higher by providing a rigorous, rich curriculum in an environment that promotes responsibility, integrity, diligence, and excellence.
We firmly believe in making this educational option accessible to all students in the Durham area. We intentionally pursue diversity in our Board, our staff, and our student population. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of the Durham area. In order to allow anyone who wants to attend our academy to do so, we
offer busing.
provide free or reduced-price lunch to those who qualify.
provide assistance with uniforms to those who qualify.
offer a Before- and After-School Program.
Position Overview
We are looking for a Professional School Counselor to help students prepare for academic achievement, ensure career readiness, and develop personal or social competencies through a comprehensive, preventive, and developmental counseling program. The goal is to ensure that students will become productive and well-adjusted adults.
Responsibilities
- Guide the development and implement a competitive school counseling program that focuses on and promotes students’ success
- Prepare schedules for students and monitor courses needed for graduation
- Value and respond to the diversity and individual differences of students
- Ensure equitable access to opportunities and rigorous curriculum for all students
- Provide direct support services through structured conventions
- Evaluate areas of strength and advocate for students
- Provide group or individual responsive services
- Collaborate and consult with other counselors, psychologist, parents, teachers, community organisations, and other stakeholders
- Perform assessments, interpret tests, and study student records
- Gather and analyse data to measure results
- Complete regular reports on progress
Skills
- Proven working experience in school counseling
- Ability to work well in a team
- Growth mindset
- Integrity and professionalism
- Advocacy skills
- Ability to respond effectively to the needs of a diverse student pool
- Working knowledge of various counseling models, practices and resources
- Engaging interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills
- Ability to collect and analyze data
- Computer literacy
- Sound judgement and emotional intelligence
- Master's degree in School Counseling
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus pay
Education:
- Master's (Preferred)
Experience:
- Counseling: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- School Counseling Certification (Required)
Work Location: One location