Lower School Guidance Counselor
Lower School Guidance Counselor
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Job Description
Scheck Hillel Community School a large Orthodox Jewish community school located in sunny North Miami Beach Florida is currently accepting resumes for an experienced fulltime Guidance Counselor for theschool year.
Scheck Hillel is a nationally recognized college preparatory and Jewish community school located in North Miami Beach Florida. Our wellrounded rigorous dual curriculum program serves over 1300 students in PKT through 12th grade. As a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence we attract and retain a diverse faculty who demonstrate professional excellence with an unwavering commitment to delivering an education of unsurpassed quality As a community school we understand that our school isnt just about education its about the whole child.
Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Lower School K5 Guidance Counselor who will play a crucial role in fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment for our young students.
Responsibilities
- Supports students faculty and families with SEL practices based in Conscious Discipline and Responsive Classroom
- Supports faculty and administration with daily issues that arise (grief teacher illness peer victimization conflict resolution parent meetings conferences academic weaknesses).
- Encourages core values by collaborating with Judaics General Studies Student Life.
- Provides social/emotional lessons to classes to improve social skills fosters unity teaches social and problem solving skills.
- Introduces common themes (weekly or monthly) that can be reinforced via curriculum (literacy) and discussion (improve critical thinking and perspective taking).
- Provide individual and group counseling to students addressing social emotional and academic needs.
- Involves children in cooperative activities with peers outside of their immediate peer group
- Maintain accurate records of student interactions and monitor student progress.
- Facilitate communication between teachers parents and administration regarding student achievements and concerns.
- Assist in the admissions process by conducting student assessments and participating in interviews.
- Support new students and their families during the transition into the school community providing orientation and resources.
- Participate in admissions events including open houses and school tours to engage prospective families.
- Stay informed about best child development and counseling practices participating in ongoing professional development.
- Construct and deliver faculty and family programs to proactively support students.
- Develop and implement learning plans and student action plans based on psychoeducational testing.
- Review the plans above with staff to improve classroom management problemsolving skills and education about learning disabilities learning differences accommodations and differentiation.
- Provides insight into a childs strengths and weaknesses both academically and socially in order to foster a positive relationship between child and teacher and enable the teacher to provide accommodations (visual cues reminders etc.) and to facilitate success in the classroom and with peers.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Qualifications
- Masters Degree in School Counseling Psychology or a related field.
- Valid counseling certification or licensure in the US.
- Experience working with elementaryaged students.
- Strong interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty parents and the broader school community.
We offer a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive salary benefits professional development opportunity for growth and more. For further consideration email resumes or visit our website at for more information about Scheck Hillel. Scheck Hillel is an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
