Conuselor (part time)

Roman Catholic Bishop of San Diego•Coronado, CA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Part-Time School Counselor supports the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral development of students within a faith-based environment. The counselor works collaboratively with students, teachers, parents, and administration to promote student well-being and foster a safe, supportive, and nurturing school community grounded in Catholic values. This role includes providing short-term counseling, guidance, and proactive support while encouraging students to grow in virtue, compassion, and respect for others.

Requirements

Active, practicing Roman Catholic
Respects and understands a Catholic school philosophy
Experience as a school counselor and working with students in grades TK–8th.
Proficiency in Spanish.
Licensed counselor
Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
Spend the majority of the day standing in the classroom.
Sit on an occasional basis when developing lesson plans, grading, etc.
Walk through the classroom and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks. Walk on both even and uneven surfaces
Deal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or bending
Reach at, below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity; may require trunk or neck rotation to look back at the class
Assist in moving children's desks and chairs to change the layout of the classroom to influence the learning situation.
Occasionally necessary to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25 pounds from the office to classrooms
Regularly required to be inside the classroom.
Required to be mobile to, from, and within the classroom and preschool environment, as well as maneuver throughout the school facility to attend meetings, trainings, and other work-related events.
May be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend trainings or workshops.

Responsibilities

Provide short-term individual and small group counseling to support students’ social-emotional and behavioral needs
Support students in developing skills such as self-regulation, conflict resolution, and positive decision-making, rooted in Christian values
Integrate Catholic teachings and virtues (e.g., kindness, empathy, forgiveness, respect) into counseling practices when appropriate
Collaborate with teachers and administration to address student concerns and implement effective support strategies
Respond to and assist with behavioral or emotional concerns in a timely and compassionate manner
Communicate with parents regarding student needs, concerns, and progress (as appropriate)
Develop and implement preventative programs (e.g., social-emotional learning, anti-bullying, wellness) that reflect the mission of the Catholic school
Maintain accurate and confidential student records in accordance with school policies
Provide guidance and resources to teachers and staff to support student well-being and classroom success
Participate in student support meetings (e.g., SST meetings) and collaborate as part of a team
Support and uphold the mission and philosophy of Catholic education, contributing to a faith-filled school environment