**Job Overview:**
Join our team at Memphis Merit Academy Charter School as a Guidance Counselor dedicated to supporting students in their academic, social, and emotional growth. As a Guidance Counselor, you will play a vital role in providing guidance and counseling services to students, fostering a positive and supportive learning environment.
**Responsibilities:**
- Utilize expertise in childhood development to provide individual and group counseling sessions for students.
- Implement behavior management strategies to support students' social and emotional well-being.
- Conduct standardized testing and assessments to evaluate students' academic progress.
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to address students' educational needs effectively.
- Provide guidance on career exploration, college preparation, and post-graduation planning.
- Work closely with child protective services when necessary to ensure the safety and well-being of students.
- Utilize experience in special education to support students with diverse learning needs.
- Engage in Christian counseling practices if applicable to the school's mission.
**Experience:**
- Bachelor's degree in Counseling or related field required.
- Certification in School Counseling required
- Experience working with students in an educational setting, particularly underserved communities.
- Proficiency in behavior management techniques and social work principles.
- Strong communication skills for effective interaction with students, families, and colleagues.
- Demonstrated ability to assess student needs and provide appropriate interventions.
- Knowledge of individual and group counseling methods tailored to children's developmental stages.
At Memphis Merit Academy Charter School, we are committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals. We value diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, pregnancy, or veteran status.
If you are passionate about guiding students towards academic success and personal growth, we invite you to join our team as a dedicated Guidance Counselor. Apply now to make a difference in the lives of our students.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $53,813.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Grade levels:
- 1st grade
- 2nd grade
- 3rd grade
- 4th grade
- 5th grade
- 6th grade
- 7th grade
- 8th grade
- Elementary school
- Kindergarten
- Middle school
Physical setting:
- Charter school
- Public school
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- School Counseling Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Memphis, TN 38118 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Memphis, TN 38118: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person