School Counselor

Lifelong Learning Administration Co•Murrieta, CA

About The Position

The School Counselor enhances student success by developing, implementing, evaluating, and continuously improving a comprehensive school counseling program. Using a Multi-Tiered, Multi-Domain System of Supports (MTMDSS), the counselor promotes academic achievement, college and career readiness, and social-emotional development for all students. The role is primarily dedicated to direct student services and advocacy, including communication with staff, families, and community members on students’ behalf. As a leader, advocate, and collaborator, the counselor works to advance systemic change that ensures equity and access for every student. The position reports to the Principal or their designee. The counselor implements a program aligned with the ASCA National Model, school and district goals, and evidence-based practices; uses student and school data to guide supports and evaluate program impact; and provides Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 counseling services. The role also includes collaborating with stakeholders, supporting an equitable and bias-free school culture, maintaining program planning and reporting systems, using technology for program delivery and communication, pursuing professional learning, and performing assigned administrative duties. This is a full-time position in San Diego, with a Monday–Friday schedule from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The position requires travel in performance of job duties and work indoors, including prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Requirements

Master’s degree in school counseling from an accredited college or university.
Valid California Clear Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Counseling.
Experience in individual and group counseling, crisis intervention, and working with at-risk youth.
Familiarity with community resources and support networks.
Knowledge of Federal and State Education Codes, including K–12 and public charter school laws and governance.
Understanding of Independent Study, Personalized Learning, and Distance Learning models.
Knowledge of high school credits, graduation requirements, academic interventions, and alternative education programs.
Ability to design and manage student-centered programs.
Strong collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
Skill in working with diverse learners, including students with special needs.
Ability to adapt to change and manage multiple priorities.
Proficiency in using data to guide decisions and improve practices.
Proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and Education and Student Information Systems.
Ability to travel in performance of job duties.
Ability to meet the stated physical, communication, and work-environment requirements, including prolonged computer work and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 10 pounds.

Responsibilities

Implement a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with the ASCA National Model, schoolwide goals and improvement metrics, district priorities, and evidence-based practices.
Follow ASCA Ethical Standards and School Counselor Professional Standards and Competencies.
Review school and student data regularly to inform SMART goals, tiered supports, interventions, equity initiatives, and advocacy efforts.
Evaluate and communicate the counseling program’s impact and effectiveness to stakeholders, and recommend improvements.
Devote 80% or more of work time to direct and indirect student services, consistent with ASCA recommendations.
Provide Tier 1 counseling support for all students, targeted and culturally responsive Tier 2 interventions, and intensified Tier 3 support or referrals for students in crisis or with unmet needs.
Consult, collaborate, and work with stakeholders to support student success.
Promote equity and access and help create a school culture free from racism and bias.
Develop and maintain counseling program support materials and processes, including action plans, lesson plans, annual calendars, needs assessments, results reports, data presentations, and progress monitoring.
Use technology and virtual tools to support program delivery and communication with the school community.
Pursue and participate in professional learning to remain current with evidence-based practices.
Perform assigned administrative duties and other activities, which may be modified from time to time.