Part Time Student Counsellor for IB School, Kokapet, Hyderabad - Patna, India - EducoHire

Description

1. Student Support:
   • Provide emotional, social, and academic support to students in Grades PreK-5.
     
   • Conduct one-on-one counselling sessions with students to address individual concerns, such as anxiety, behavior issues, family problems, or academic struggles.
     
   • Implement strategies to promote positive behavior and social skills development.
     
   • Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to identify and address student needs.
     
   • Conduct assessments and evaluations to determine students' strengths and areas for growth.
     
2. Crisis Intervention:
   • Respond promptly to crisis situations involving students, including but not limited to emotional distress, behavioral issues, or family emergencies.
     
   • Provide immediate support and intervention to students in crisis, and coordinate with appropriate school personnel and external resources as needed.
     
   • Develop crisis management plans and procedures in collaboration with school administration.
     
3. Advocacy and Guidance:
   • Serve as an advocate for students, ensuring their voices are heard and their needs are addressed.
     
   • Provide guidance to students on personal, social, and academic matters, including goal setting, decision making, and conflict resolution.
     
   • Facilitate small group counseling sessions on topics such as friendship, self-esteem, coping skills, and stress management.
     
   • Offer workshops or presentations to students, parents, and staff on relevant topics related to student well-being and development.
     
4. Collaboration and Consultation:
   • Collaborate with teachers to implement strategies for supporting students with diverse learning needs and behavioral challenges.
     
   • Consult with parents/guardians to provide guidance and support on parenting strategies, referrals to outside resources, and strategies for supporting their child's social and emotional development.
     
   • Work closely with the school's leadership team and other support staff to create a positive and inclusive school environment.
     
5. Documentation and Reporting:
   • Maintain accurate and confidential records of counseling sessions, assessments, and interventions.
     
   • Prepare reports on student progress, including observations, recommendations, and follow-up plans.
     
   • Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards regarding confidentiality and student records.
     

Requirements

• Master's degree in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
  
• Previous experience of minimum 2 years working with children or adolescents in a counselling or educational setting preferred.
  
• Knowledge of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum and philosophy desirable.
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to work effectively with students, parents, teachers, and administrators.
  
• Understanding of developmental stages and needs of children in Grades PreK-5.
  
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.
  
• Certification or licensure in school counselling or related field preferred.
  

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