About This Role
This role involves providing academic, social, emotional, and college counseling support to high school students, guiding them through course selection and academic planning. The counselor will also foster student well-being, leadership potential, and contribute to a positive, faith-centered school culture.
Responsibilities
- Provide academic, social, emotional, and college counseling support to students in grades 9–12
- Guide students in course selection, graduation requirements, and long-term academic planning
- Support students in identifying their individual strengths, goals, and leadership potential
- Collaborate with administrators, faculty, parents, and outside professionals to promote student well-being and success
- Monitor student academic progress and develop intervention plans when needed
- Conduct individual and group counseling sessions related to academic achievement, stress management, peer relationships, and personal growth
- Help foster a positive, inclusive, and faith-centered school culture rooted in Catholic values
- Encourage student involvement in leadership opportunities, service initiatives, and extracurricular activities
- Support students in navigating the unique social and emotional needs of adolescent girls
- Participate in parent meetings, faculty meetings, student support teams, and school events as needed
- Maintain accurate student records, transcripts, and counseling documentation in compliance with school policies
- Coordinate standardized testing, college readiness programming, and career exploration activities
- Uphold confidentiality and professional ethical standards in all counseling interactions
- Support and promote the mission of Sacred Heart Academy as a Catholic college preparatory school for young women
Requirements
- New York State School Counseling Certification (Initial or Permanent) required
- Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and collaborative skills
Nice to have:
- Master’s Degree in School Counseling
- High school counseling experience
- Experience with 504/IEP students
Benefits
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
About the Company
Sacred Heart Academy (SHA) is a nationally recognized Catholic four-year college preparatory high school for young women, sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Brentwood, NY. It focuses on academic excellence, character, faith development, and service to prepare young women as leaders.
