What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Counselor position at Chester School District?
Student Support Services/Guidance Counselor
Chester Academy is seeking a School Counselor or Social Worker for the 2025-2026 school year. This position plays a vital role in supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of all students. They collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff to build a positive school environment, implement preventative programs, and help students build skills in areas like conflict resolution, self-regulation, and career awareness. As a member of the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Team, this person contributes to planning and delivering school-wide initiatives and interventions around school community and mental health and well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
About Chester Academy:
Chester Academy is a forward-thinking, positive school community that embraces continuous growth through collaboration, professional development, and a strong mentor program for new educators and educators new to our district.
Chester Academy is seeking a School Counselor or Social Worker for the 2025-2026 school year. This position plays a vital role in supporting the academic, social, and emotional development of all students. They collaborate with teachers, parents, and staff to build a positive school environment, implement preventative programs, and help students build skills in areas like conflict resolution, self-regulation, and career awareness. As a member of the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) Team, this person contributes to planning and delivering school-wide initiatives and interventions around school community and mental health and well-being.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve on the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) Team to collaborate and support the needs of all students.
- Support the well-being and mental health of all students by contributing ideas and resources for Tier One responses.
- Support the social, emotional, and mental health of students by providing small group and/or individual sessions to build skills and strategies.
- Serve as a member of the school's crisis response team.
- Abide by the school rules and regulations as defined by school board policy, and state and federal laws related to education, and the rights of individuals.
About Chester Academy:
Chester Academy is a forward-thinking, positive school community that embraces continuous growth through collaboration, professional development, and a strong mentor program for new educators and educators new to our district.
