What are the responsibilities and job description for the ES- Counselor position at VALLEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL SYSTEM?
Job Details
Description
Valley Christian Elementary School is seeking a full-time counselor. The candidate must demonstrate a mature commitment to Christ and have a passion for elementary aged students. An ideal candidate would be equipped to work with students one-on-one, in small groups, and in the classroom. Further, the ability to partner with parents to pursue a path of wellness is key.
At VCES, our students come to school with a wide array of abilities, interests, and backgrounds. It is the job of our faculty to engage each individual student and develop a relationship that not only supports learning, but provides mentorship and wisdom as they mature.
Position Profile
The preferred candidate will:
- Embody empathy for a diverse range of students and families
- Excel at written and verbal communication
- Have experience counseling students and families toward psycho-emotional wellness
- Be prepared to teach social-emotional classroom lessons to TK - 6th grade students
- Work as an essential team member with teachers and staff to provide development, guidance and care for the whole student
- Seek collaboration with faculty and administration to build campus community and classroom culture
- Recommend assessment and evaluation for students that demonstrate areas of social/emotional/behavioral struggle
- Participate in the process of creating and administering 504 plan accommodations
- Provide psycho-educational instruction and support to teachers and parents
Benefits Include:
- Generously subsidized health benefits
- 403(b) retirement plan with matching employer contributions
- Tuition Discounts
- Educational Reimbursement
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Up to 17 paid holidays
- Salary Range: $37.50 - $45.00 per hour based on education and experience
For consideration, applicants must be willing to complete a LiveScan/fingerprinting and a drug screen. Please submit resumes and apply on our website at https://www.vcschools.org/employment
About Valley Christian Schools
Valley Christian Schools strives for excellence in Christian education by partnering with Christian parents in meeting each individual student’s needs. The school was founded in 1935 on the concept of parental involvement. Our schools are an extension of Christian family life, and we take seriously our obligation to be partners with parents in providing the best possible education for our students. Valley Christian Schools has over 1,300 students in preschool through 12th grade. We are located 25 miles south of Los Angeles near the border of Los Angeles and Orange Counties in beautiful Southern California.
Valley Christian Schools is a non-profit 501(c)3 religious organization and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristics protected by law.
Qualifications
- An advanced/master’s degree in a related field of study is required (e.g. counseling, social work, LMFT, LPC, LCSW, PPS, etc.)
- Applicants must profess and practice faith in Jesus Christ and be active members of a local Protestant church community.
Salary : $38 - $45
