Pretoria Campus School Counselor

1 week ago

Pretoria, South Africa American International School of Johannesburg Full time

**POSTING DATE**: 7 November 2023

**CAMPUS**:Pretoria Campus, American International School of Johannesburg

**DIRECT **SUPERVISOR**:Pretoria Campus Principal

**START DATE**: August 1, 2024

**School Purpose**
- INSPIRE LEARNING AND BUILD OUR BETTER WORLD_

The purpose of AISJ is to provide exceptional educational experiences in a diverse and nurturing environment in order to inspire learning and build our better world. We cultivate an inclusive community of learners so that we empower global citizens to fulfil their future purpose.

**Community Principles**

The American International School of Johannesburg fosters a positive school culture, aspires to create a sense of belonging for everyone, and is committed to Community Principles that include:

- We are better when we act together.
- Our differences make us stronger.
- Every voice counts. Every voice matters.
- Every team needs individuals. Every individual needs a team.

To learn more about AISJ, our beliefs and our aspirations, please review the** **AISJ Journey.**

**Position Overview**

The Pretoria Campus Counselor plays a vital role in the development of student’s social and emotional growth from Pre-K- Grade 8. The Counselor works in partnership with all members of the community to promote and foster positive working relationships in the best interests of student learning, providing support and guidance for families when necessary. He/she will work closely with faculty and parents to support their role in developing the social and emotional well-being of students. In working directly with the Principal, the Counselor will help implement efficient and effective systems to ensure student’s social and emotional needs are being met.

***Qualifications and Experience**
- K - 12 (or at least K-8) license or certification in counseling with a master’s degree.
- At least 5 years of experience in working with a variety of special needs.
- Experience as an elementary and middle school counselor or related experience.
- Recent and relevant professional development in the field of counseling.
- Proven ability to work in a multi-cultural environment and at multiple levels.
- Experience in implementing developmentally appropriate elementary and middle school counseling programs.
- Experience and expertise in running effective parent education workshops.
- Experience in working with social/emotional and behavioral challenges, disorders, and disabilities.
- Ability to interpret educational psychological assessments and academic assessments.
- Knowledge of learning disabilities and learning disorders.
- Experience in dealing with academic support as it relates to the above disorders.
- Successful practice of working with parents and students in a counseling role.

**Attributes**
- Positive attitude with a calm and consistent approach.
- Ability to communicate effectively with others.
- Is a highly flexible thinker.
- Builds strong, positive working relationships with colleagues.
- Ability to participate in and establish collaborative structures.
- Deep understanding of students needs at the elementary and middle school level.
- Uses initiative and is proactive.
- Follows through on decisions.

**General Responsibilities**
- Is a key member of the learning support process.
- Works collaboratively with the Principal to actively develop the social and emotional well-being of the students, staff and families within the community.
- Actively participates in The Child Study Team process under the direction of the Principal.
- Collaborates with the Principal, Learning Support Coordinator, and the Learning Support teachers to develop programs for students with learning needs.
- Develops guidance programs for direct instruction within the classroom (PK-Grade 8).
- Works with classroom teachers through observations, strategy development, and the CST process.
- Provides information and consults with staff and parents regarding various learning needs and topics related to learning support.
- Works with the Principal, Learning Support Team and classroom teachers to determine class placement.
- Collaboratively assists students and families as they transition in and out of school.
- Coordinates small group and individual counseling sessions with students.

**General Teaching Responsibilities**
- In addition to the specialist level expectations, teachers at AISJ are welcomed into a collegial and collaborative working environment. In support of this, teachers are expected to:

- Communicate and liaise with other school colleagues in an effort to promote social and emotional awareness.
- Take an active role in behavioral management and pastoral care of class groups.
- Attend and constructively contribute to staff meetings.
- Assist in supervision of student breaks.
- Coordinate class activities as deemed necessary.
- Maintain up-to-date records of assessment, attendance, planning, reports, conferences, and communication with parents.
- Establish links with the parent comm

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