Title: School Counselor
St. Cyril of Alexandria School Job Description Exemption Status: Exempt
Department/Location: St. Cyril of Alexandria School Primary Function: Under the direction of the School Principal is responsible for providing supporting counseling individually and within a group setting to students. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; a teacher may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church. Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example. • Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities • Sets an example for students by personal adherence to Catholic Doctrine and Catholic principles of morality • Identify and develop creative intervention methods and procedures to adapt effectively to unusual situations; participate in coordination, monitoring and reporting student interventions • Serve as a resource specialist for teachers and parents regarding counseling needs; work cooperatively with parents to generate confidence in the teacher and school • Work with students, parents, and staff in a compassionate and productive manner • Assist teachers in effective planning, organizing, and implementation of strategies for optimum behavior management • Serve as liaison to school staff and outside resources; maintain consistency and continuity in the school’s response procedures • Provide guidance to teachers in working with student behavior and classroom management; Implement an effective referral and follow-up process • Demonstrate exceptional counseling techniques including documentation and student tracking • Provide appropriate information to staff related to the comprehensive school counseling program • Assist teachers, parents/guardians and other responsible parties in interpreting and understanding student data • Monitor and supervise student activities as appropriate. • Perform other duties as assigned Physical/Mental Requirements: Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal office environment. Required Activities: Walking, sitting standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, and carrying
Basic Qualifications: • A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church • Excellent communications skills including written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills • Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be wellorganized; must be a team player • Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation • Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously • Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of excel and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality • Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment • The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check • Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance Education and Experience • A Master’s Degree in school counseling from an accredited institution • Licensed by the State or certified by an independent professional regulatory authority • Documented competence in counseling children and adolescents in a school setting Other: • Certified teacher certificate preferred • Bilingual preferred (English-Spanish); ability to read and write proficiently To Apply: Visit http://www.diocesetucson.org/schools2K6employ.html and follow the instructions for prospective full-time teachers. Download and fill out all required forms and send with a letter of interest to: Ann Zeches, Principal St. Cyril of Alexandria School 4725 E. Pima Tucson, AZ 85712 520-881-4240
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