Description:
The Academy of Our Lady of Peace (OLP) seeks a full-time, on-site, School Counselor who wants to make a positive impact on young women’s lives. We are seeking a visionary Counselor who will help students learn and grow to become young women of heart, faith, courage, and excellence in the spirit of our sponsoring religious order, the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet.
The Counselor is expected to counsel an alphabetical section of students in grades 9-12. The Counselor models and communicates mission, philosophy, and values while modeling behavior that inspires excellence, helping students grow to become young women of heart, faith, and courage in the spirit of the Sisters of St. Joseph.
OLP is the oldest remaining, all-girls Catholic school in San Diego with a population including 69% identifying as young women of color, and on average 18% crossing the International US Border from Baja California daily to call OLP home. We welcome 750 young women to our campus forming a diverse educational community from over 80 different zip codes. As a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) school, OLP places a strong emphasis on 21st-century learning and leadership skills across the curriculum. The professional culture at OLP is committed to continuous improvement, a growth mindset, and lifelong learning.
Desirable skills include being well-versed in forms and uses of technology and emerging learning technologies. Applicants must show a willingness to include and support diverse student learners; teach and counsel aligned with our mission and the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) standards; work closely with fellow Counselors in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and as a Department; and collaborate with administrators, teachers, and staff for student success. OLP offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience; the faculty salary range for this position aligns with the salary scale from $54,000 - $99,100.
Primary Responsibilities
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
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Personal/Social/Academic Advisement
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College/Career Planning Advisement
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High School Grade Level Student Standards for Knowledge, Skills, and Attitudes Needed for Academic Success, College and Career Readiness, and Social/Emotional Development
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Scholarship information
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Testing (Educational, Vocational, Psychological)
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Scheduling (Course Planning/Programming)
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Implementation of Programs associated with social and emotional health and wellness
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Maintenance of confidentiality of information and clear communication to others regarding the need for, limits of, and the reason for confidentiality standards.
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Performance of additional assignments/tasks/initiatives as needed by the Assistant Principal of Student Support, the Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction, the Assistant Head of School, and the Head of School.
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Professional behavior and confidentiality.
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Chaperone and support student events and on-campus activities
More specifically, the School Counselor must be proficient in the following services:
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Personal Counseling: physical/ mental health, family concerns, interpersonal/social skills, support groups, referrals (e.g., alcohol, drugs, therapeutic, tutoring, psychological)
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Academic Counseling and Scheduling: achievement and academic reviews, parent/teacher/student conferences, familiarity with learning difficulties, classroom accommodations, study skills evaluation, home study/ independent programs, dual enrollment, development of 4-year plans, annual student course selections.
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College and Career Counseling: college selection and admissions procedures, recommendation letters, presentations to and meetings with families, college tours, coordination of college visits to OLP, analysis and explanation of AP/ SAT/ACT scores, career workshops, SCIOR, familiarity with and access to scholarship resources.
The ideal candidate would possess the following:
This position requires an understanding of counseling tailored to an all-girls learning environment; a high level of professionalism; attention to detail; self-motivation; strong organization; and commitment to the OLP mission.
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This role requires the ability to work on-site at the school location.
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California Pupil Personnel Services Credential with a Specialization in School Counseling
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Bachelor’s Degree (BA) (required), Master’s Degree (preferred) in School Counseling.
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Comfortable working with high school students and fellow School Counselors.
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Possession of relevant computer and technology skills
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Motivated to learn and possess flexibility in a changing environment.
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Knowledgeable of principles, practices, and procedures of educational and career counseling
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Excellent written and oral communication skills.
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Student-centered with strong collaborative and interpersonal skills.
Requirements:
Qualifications:
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Master’s degree in counseling or related field
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Prefer 3+ years counseling at a high school level
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Must have a California PPS (Pupil Personnel Services) Credential; or be in the process of earning the credential
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Evidence of knowledge of counseling support in the three domains: Academic, College/Career, and Personal/Social
School Profile:
OLP is a school of 750 students and a diverse educational community that strives to educate young women to the needs of society. As a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) school, OLP places a strong emphasis on 21st-century learning skills across the curriculum. The professional culture at OLP is committed to continuous improvement and lifelong learning. Students are passionate about being involved in the school community, and OLP prides itself on graduating women leaders who are making a difference in STEAM fields.
Candidates should currently possess or be working towards a California Pupil Personnel Services credential and should have earned at least a Master's degree in the study of counseling.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Placement on the faculty salary schedule is based on education and experience.
Find out more about our school at www.aolp.org.
Required Documents:
At the time of submitting your application, OLP requires both a cover letter and resume, along with three references from supervisors who have seen your work directly, a CA PPS credential, or proof of current enrollment in an accredited credential program. Upon hiring you will be required to submit proof of current (within 60 days) negative TB test or TB Risk Assessment Questionnaire, Background Clearance through LiveScan*, Valid CA Driver’s License, and provide all official transcripts.
Salary range depending on education and experience: $54,000 - $99,100
This position reports to the Assistant Principal for Student Support, and the Assistant Head of School.
- OLP will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if OLP is concerned about a conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting calcivilrights.ca.gov/fair-chance-act/.
Federal or State Emergency Declarations:
The campus of 4860 Oregon St., San Diego CA 92116 is subject to shaking from earthquake activity and sits near a low flood zone. For more information visit the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services: https://myhazards.caloes.ca.gov/
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