ExtendedLong Term High School Counselor

The OFarrell Charter Schools are located in southeast San Diego close to water activities beaches hiking and running trails professional sports highly regarded colleges and universities and some of the best weather California has to offer. The OFarrell Charter Schools offer prospective employees:- Competitive salaries - Full employer sponsored benefits for eligible positions (no deductions from paychecks)- Data and research-based professional development opportunities for all staff- Opportunities for personal and professional growth- A voice in and collaborative decision-making - The ability to be innovative and creative in teaching practices- Long-standing colleagues who stay at OFarrell because of the support and autonomy the school offersThe OFarrell Schools is home to more than 2100 students in traditional elementary middle and high school settings. It is also home to Ingenuity Charter School a non-classroom based blended program for students seeking an alternative learning environment. The OFarrell Charter Schools is a close-knit school community with many staff who are lifelong residents in our surrounding neighborhoods. Many of OFarrells staff and parents attended OFarrell themselves. Our vision is to provide an innovative and personalized learning experience for every student in a caring and supportive environment to develop the knowledge and skills necessary to be successful and productive citizens. Our 280 employees including certificated classified and administrative staff are at the heart of the organization and take great pride knowing that our long waiting lists are a result of their heartfelt dedication to the young people they OFarrell Charter Schools is seeking:- Innovative teachers who build strong relationships with students and value autonomy and collegiality.- Support staff who want to be valued respected and welcomed as family members.- Individuals who see potential in students and whose work in public education is a calling.- Inventive leaders who maintain cutting edge instructional programs positive school culture and strong community connections.

Under the direction of the Principal the High School Counselor provides all high school students equitable access to a quality developmentally appropriate and comprehensive guidance counseling program focused on academic success personal and social development as well as career and college guidance. Delivery of these services may be provided through individual and group activities as well as through classroom and small group activities.