School Counselor Secondary School

2 weeks ago

Bethesda, Maryland, United States Rochambeau, The French International School of Washington DC Full time

Job Title: School Counselor – Secondary School Reports To Director of the Secondary School

Division: Academic Classification: N/A

Location: Forest Road Campus FLSA: Exempt

Salary Range: Depending the experience and qualifications.

Start date: August 19th, 2024

THE SCHOOL

Rochambeau, The French International School located in Bethesda, MD, provides a unique education combining the French curriculum with high-quality English instruction to around 1,200 students from ages 2 to 12th grade. Our diverse student body, representing over 80 nationalities, benefits from our strong emphasis on inclusion and equity, supported by our dedicated faculty and staff.

THE POSITION

As a School Counselor, you will be instrumental in fostering a supportive and inclusive school environment. Your primary role will involve individual counseling, small groups and planning school-wide interventions, delivering group guidance sessions and social skills activities aimed at enhancing students' self-awareness, preventing bullying, and promoting social awareness. These initiatives are designed to equip students with the necessary skills to navigate interpersonal relationships and contribute positively to their community. Your efforts will directly support our mission to create a safe and nurturing educational setting where every student can thrive.

Excelling within our independent school environment necessitates the ability to collaborate and cultivate relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. This involves engaging with colleagues and various departments impacted by projects and decisions. Success in this role hinges on recognizing the interconnected nature of school operations and establishing and nurturing meaningful and effective relationships to strengthen the school community. Commitment to Rochambeau's vision, mission, and values

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

These examples of duties and responsibilities are intended only as examples of the various job duties. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a similar, related, or logical assignment to the position. Faculty and staff positions are school-based and in-person.

  • Provide individual and group counseling: Offer counseling sessions to students identified as needing support each semester, with goals to improve their emotional well-being, as evidenced by pre- and post-assessment measures.
  • Collaborate with teachers: Develop and implement a monthly collaboration session with teachers to address and support the social and emotional needs of students, to integrate feedback from these sessions into classroom strategies.
  • Engage with parents and liaisons: Establish a structured quarterly meeting schedule with parents and the campus parent liaison to discuss and monitor student progress, aiming to increase parental engagement by 20% over the school year.
  • Participate in IEP conferences: Ensure 100% participation in IEP and Eligibility Determination Conferences for students under your care, providing crucial input to facilitate tailored educational support.
  • Manage referral processes: Streamline and document the referral process for accessing specialized programs.
  • Lead parent information sessions: Conduct parent workshops focused on strategies for supporting social and emotional growth at home.
  • Professional development: Engage in at least 10 hours of professional development related to secondary school counseling each year, to enhance effectiveness and stay updated with the latest educational strategies.
  • Maintain records and reports: Digitize all student counseling records and reports by the end of the current school year.
  • Attendance & Punctuality: Reliable attendance is essential. Staff must be punctual and dependable to meet Rochambeau's needs. Absences or tardiness disrupt work and burden colleagues. Attendance and reliability impact performance evaluation and continued employment.
  • Commitment to Rochambeau's vision, mission, values, and strategic goals.
  • Availability for occasional evening and weekend duties.
REQUIREMENTS
  • Master's Degree in School Counseling, Psychology, or Social Work, including coursework in counseling theories, psychology of adolescence, multicultural counseling, and vocational and academic assessment.
  • At least 3 years of experience in educational settings, preferably in school counseling.
  • Experience with Middle and High School students preferred.
  • State licensure or certification in school counseling is strongly desired.
  • Bilingual English and French or strength in writing in one with good comprehension in the other desired.
SPECIAL NOTE

Per Maryland House Bill 486, amended in House Bill 373, Rochambeau will contact the applicant's previous employers to request information relating to child sexual abuse or sexual misconduct.

Rochambeau is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We value all individuals, treat everyone with fairness and respect, and comply with Federal anti-discrimination laws. Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. For assistance, contact Human Resources at

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

I, ______________________________________ acknowledge receipt and review of the above job description. I confirm my understanding of the position's nature, duties, and requirements discussed with the employer. I affirm my capability to fulfill these duties with or without reasonable accommodation if hired. This description does not establish an employment contract beyond "at-will" employment.

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