School Counsellor

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, support and evaluate a comprehensive, developmental, results-based counselling program aligned with ISCA Student Standards and the IB philosophy.
• Integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) and student well-being into the school’s curriculum and culture.
• Deliver individual and group counselling to address students’  social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
• Support students’ personal development, resilience, and sense of belonging, in line with the Academies’ Learner Profile.
• Provide dedicated counselling and pastoral care to residential students, addressing challenges related to adjustment, homesickness, cultural transition, and interpersonal relationships.
• Collaborate closely with residential life staff, heads of houses, and families to ensure a safe, supportive, and nurturing boarding environment.
• Facilitate workshops and group activities aimed at promoting community, well-being, and life skills among boarding students.
• Monitor and advocate for the mental health and welfare of residential students, coordinating referrals to external mental health professionals when necessary.
• Serve as an assertive advocate for student equity, access, and well-being within the school community.
• Consult and collaborate with students, parents, teachers, administrators, residential life staff, and external professionals to promote student success.
• Participate in school-wide initiatives and contribute to the school’s mission and improvement plan.
• Uphold the ISCA ethical standards and professional responsibilities.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and reflective practice to maintain and enhance counselling competencies.
• Maintain accurate records, respect confidentiality, and ensure compliance with school and international counselling standards.

The requirements

• Bachelors degree in Counselling or School Counselling from an accredited institution.
• Teaching degree/certification
• Valid teaching certificate and certification as a counsellor
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a school counsellor in an international school setting, preferably with experience in IB programmes.
• Experience supporting residential or boarding students is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated expertise in individual and group counselling, crisis intervention, and residential student support.
• Understanding of the IB curriculum, assessment, and educational philosophy.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to cultural sensitivity and inclusive practices.