School Counselor (Grade 7-12)

Samueli Academy•Santa Ana, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Samueli Academy is a non-profit 7-12 public charter school in Santa Ana, CA. Our mission is to ignite the passion within all students to reach their greatest potential through a nurturing and innovative learning environment. Samueli Academy offers youth an innovative and student-centered choice for their education. Along with support staff and school administrative leadership team, revise and implement equitable school wide guidance and counseling program grades 7-12. The school counselor understands the need to develop and implement a trauma-informed school counseling program and supports the academic, career, and social and emotional development of each student. The school counselor provides leadership for the development and implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program. Leadership responsibilities include working with site management on issues that affect school-wide practices; working collaboratively; fulfilling professional responsibilities; and participating in school leadership teams.

Requirements

Master’s degree in school counseling
Meet the California certification/licensure standards
Uphold counseling ethical and professional standards
Bilingual Spanish/English (speaking, reading, writing)
Possess a valid California driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance. Position requires DMV clearance.
Pre-employment screenings include criminal background check, FBI/DOJ fingerprinting, TB test, drug screen, and previous employment verification.
In accordance with California Education Code Section 44939.5, as amended by AB 2534, all applicants must provide a complete and accurate record of all employment with Local Educational Agencies (LEAs), school districts, or other educational institutions.
As part of the hiring process, Samueli Academy will verify employment history. This may include obtaining information from previous employers regarding credible allegations, investigations, or disciplinary actions related to egregious misconduct, as defined by Education Code Section 44932.

Nice To Haves

Understanding of and passion for the Academy’s mission, vision, values.
Enjoys working directly with youth, volunteers, community partners, etc.
Strong communication skills and the ability to build rapport with students and colleagues.
Takes initiative in student advocacy and support.

Responsibilities

Individual student academic planning and goal setting
School counseling class or school wide lessons based on student success standards in short-term counseling to students
Referrals for long-term support (tier I/II interventions)
Collaboration with parents/caregivers, staff and community partners for student success
Advocacy for students at individual education plan meetings and other student-focused meetings
Data analysis to identify student issues, needs and challenges
Act as a systems change agent to improve equity and access, achievement and opportunities for all students
Work with local colleges to provide dual enrollment opportunities
Maintain accurate records related to counseling of students
Support A-G eligibility for each student
Co-design and implement equitable master scheduling
Serve as expert in social emotional learning and post-secondary education requirements for all stakeholders
Plan and execute school wide events related to counseling and parent/caregiver education