Reports To

School Principal

Job Summary

The School Counselor reports to the Principal and works closely with the administrative team to support the social and

emotional well-being of students, parents, and faculty. The Counselor, in coordination with administration, work to create

a safe and welcoming environment for all students and be a resource for short term social-emotional counseling, support,

and education for the New Hope community. Utilizing leadership, advocacy, and collaboration, the Counselor promotes

student success, provides preventive services, and delivers a comprehensive school counseling program for all students.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a love for God and His children

• Work collaboratively with the leadership team in all school matters

• Develop trusting relationships with students, teachers, and families

• Maintain positive, constructive, and professional relationships with students, families, and colleagues

• Serve as the liaison and coordinate with teachers, administrators, and outside support systems (physicians,

mental health professionals, hospitals, courts, child protective services, etc.) for the purpose of
providing/receiving requested information, making recommendations, and supporting students

• Serve as first resource for teachers looking for additional suggestions or strategies related to social and

emotional needs of students

• Oversee and develop proactive, emergency, and crisis management mental health responses reflective of

current laws, policies, procedures, and ethical standards of the school counseling profession

• Develop and support parent/guardian learning and connections through presentations, panel discussion, and

workshops

• Counsel students regarding academic and short-term social-emotional concerns

• Provide individual student planning and responsive services to support students and their families regarding

academic matters

• Teach guidance classes and provide guidance counseling to students in small group or classroom settings to

convey educational, social, and important school information

• Consult, facilitate, and maintain communication with parents, teachers, administrators, and pertinent agents

on specific student and parent academic matters including academic modifications and/or accommodations

• Support, plan, and attend student activities and events.

• Facilitate peer mediation

Personal Qualities

• Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills

• Demonstrate a commitment to personal and professional growth

• Thoughtful judgement and effective interpersonal skills

• Passion for the mission and vision of New Hope Christian Academy

Education and Experience

• In-depth knowledge of laws, policies, procedures, and ethical standards of the school counseling profession

• Effective crisis management skills; knowledge of trauma-informed practices

• Strong knowledge of school counseling services and ability to effectively present information to all

constituencies in school

• Three years minimum of school counseling experience

• Master’s degree in or related to Psychology, Social Work, or School Counseling and/or relevant endorsement

To apply, please complete the faculty application