ESOL Program Counselor, 2025-2026

St. Louis Public Schools•Saint Louis, MO

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About The Position

The goal of this position is to support English language learners as they acquire socio-cultural skills and positive self-concept that are necessary to succeed in school. Assess and support socio-emotional needs of English language learners Assist families and school/district personnel with understanding the impact of acculturation on the lives of district ESOL students Consult with teachers, staff, parents and other pertinent ESOL personnel regarding meeting the emotional, social, educational, and/or developmental needs of students

Requirements

Be familiar with district standardized testing and accommodations available for ELLs
Awareness of ESOL program curriculum and course bulletin
Ability to work with parents from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds
Specialized skills and experience in working with English language learners, including administering English language assessments, evaluating international transcripts and working with interpreters
Have high expectations for refugee and immigrant students
Thorough knowledge of crisis intervention techniques and procedures as they pertain to ESOL families
Strong understanding and knowledge of customs of the American culture and other cultures
Knowledge and sensitivity towards immigrant issues
Thorough knowledge of resources serving the language minority communities
Ability to establish rapport with students from other races and cultures
Ability to work with parents and staff from other cultures and bridge cultural gaps between families and the school community
Demonstrate cultural sensitivity to families' views regarding mental health services
Ability to inform and help culturally diverse families understand the benefits of community mental health services
Well versed in developmental stages within a cultural context
Knowledge of all ES, MS, and HS school processes ranging from social skills, parenting, conferences, graduation requirements, college scholarships, financial aid and community resources
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with all entities within the district
Ability to make presentations before large audiences
Bicultural skills/experience necessary
Master's Degree in Guidance and Counseling or equivalent (required)
Missouri State Counseling Certificate
Must be physically able to operate a motor vehicle
Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, and pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body

Responsibilities

Interpret English language screening results to develop students' program of study that meets graduation requirements and supports language development
Provide academic, emotional, social guidance appropriate for students with diverse cultural backgrounds
Provide professional development to district staff regarding the needs of ELL students
Serve as a resource for district counselors regarding guidance concerns of ELLs
Work cooperatively and effectively with ESOL Bilingual Parent Support Team
Acceptance of others' cultural and religious beliefs
Assist ELL students and their families with post-secondary plans
Plan and facilitate Transition Program for ELLs
Plan and coordinate events that support college and career planning for ELL students