The mission of Equitas Academy Charter Schools is to provide a structured, achievement-based community that prepares students to graduate from four-year colleges and universities. Equitas Academy has been recognized as a California Distinguished School and Gold Ribbon School by the California Department of Education because of our commitment to data-driven instruction and providing a rigorous and equitable education for all students.
To help us achieve our mission, we are seeking a school counselor. The Counselor will develop and support the social-emotional and academic well-being of all scholars to be successful in elementary school and to be prepared for success in college. The counselor develops strategies and implements activities to address the needs of the scholars, consults and collaborates with school teams, and works with families to support scholar success.
The Counselor will report to the School Principal.
Responsibilities
MTSS:
Counselors will lead Tiered SEL and Mental Health Support
Ensures tier 1, 2, and 3 supports are being appropriately implemented for all scholars
Collaborate with administration and teacher leaders to ensure prioritization of Tier 1 supports
Tier 1:
Support with Universal screeners and Needs assessments
Classroom Instruction:
Collaborates with teachers and staff to provide tiered social/emotional supports in the classroom
Supports the development and implementation of social-emotional learning programs
Supports the implementation of restorative practices across the campus
Conduct frequent Walkthroughs of Morning meeting/advisory/SEL Blocks
Meet regularly with SEL Lead/Grade Level Leads to support SEL during instruction
Support with implementation of a Tier 1 Framework
School-Wide Initiatives:
Connect Tier 1 to school-wide initiatives and PD
Lead PD on implementation of Tier 1 supports
Connect with external providers for Tier 1 PD opportunities
Provides in-service training in learning, child development, and child management to parents, teachers, administrators and other professionals and paraprofessionals
Tier 2
Lead SEL Groups based on data from need’s assessment
Attend and assist SST meetings when needed and apply applicable services and observations
Classroom support focused in social skills within the classroom setting
Support with additional Tier 2 interventions in collaboration with teacher/parent
Tier 3:
Provides DIS counseling services for scholars on IEP counseling caseload
Develops and documents IEP Goals and Presents Levels of Performance in the areas of social and emotional functioning
Participates in IEP meetings, Annual Reviews, Triennial Reviews, and any other necessary school meetings
Provides 1:1 Short term counseling
Conducts classroom observations to gather data and insight into the behaviors of scholars on the caseload
Maintains up to date, accurate, and confidential counseling files, including record keeping in Welligent
Crisis Supports:
Provides Crisis Intervention Services to scholars as needed
Conducts risk assessments as necessary, and mobilize appropriate support
Develops and supports school staff, scholars, parents, and families in implementing scholar safety plans including Re-Entry meetings
Serves as a member of the Crisis Response Team
Leadership/Other:
Serves on the school’s leadership team to connect SEL Tier 1 support to school wide initiatives and Professional Development
Participate as an active member of the school’s COST team and leadership team convenings (Admin meetings, Instructional leadership team, grade level meetings)
Effectively communicates knowledge and ideas orally and in writing; maintains effective interpersonal relationships and communication in the professional setting
Supports the team with parent engagement and parent workshops
Performs other duties as assigned or requested by the appropriate administrator
Community with ELOP Coordinator and After School Team about incidents in the school day to build continuity of care
Clearly communicate priorities to school site staff and leadership team
Qualifications and Experience
Master’s degree in counseling required
Pupil Personnel Services credential required
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to develop relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders
Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Salary range starts at $70,000.
Commitment to Diversity
Equitas Academy is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Position Contingencies:
This position is funded through a Community Schools Grant funded through 2028
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Education Administration Programs
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