School Counselor (Grade 7-12)

Samueli Academy•Santa Ana, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Samueli Academy is a non-profit 7-12 public charter school in Santa Ana, CA, with a mission to ignite the passion within all students to reach their greatest potential through a nurturing and innovative learning environment. This position involves revising and implementing an equitable school-wide guidance and counseling program for grades 7-12. The school counselor is expected to develop and implement a trauma-informed school counseling program and support the academic, career, and social and emotional development of each student. Leadership responsibilities include working with site management on school-wide practices, collaborating effectively, 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
DMV clearance
Pre-employment screenings include criminal background check, FBI/DOJ fingerprinting, TB test, drug screen, and previous employment verification
Provide a complete and accurate record of all employment with Local Educational Agencies (LEAs), school districts, or other educational institutions

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