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Posted: 09-Aug-23
Location: Bethesda, Maryland
Type: Full Time
Rochambeau, a coeducational day school, offers an exceptional blend of the French curriculum and a robust English program to a diverse student body of about 1,200, from Preschool to 12th grade. Our school thrives on diversity, housing over 80 nationalities. We steadfastly promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Position Overview
Provide group guidance and social skills activities for students related to topics such as self-awareness, bullying prevention, and social awareness.
Role and Responsibilities:
Please note that these are intended as representative duties and do not encompass every aspect of the role. You may be required to perform additional or differing duties if they are related, similar, or logically assigned to the position. At Rochambeau, we value our school-based and in-person work environment for all faculty and staff. We believe on-site collaboration fuels our commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive educational environment. This in-person interaction is integral to our school values, allowing us to engage more fully, communicate effectively, and cultivate a strong community spirit.
- Consult with teachers and support students’ social/emotional needs.
- Provide support and consult with the campus parent liaison and parents related to the functioning of the child in the educational program and the home.
- Facilitate parent information and support groups as needed.
- Participate in IEP and Eligibility Determination Conferences to facilitate communication regarding student needs where appropriate.
- Attend departmental, interdepartmental, professional, and community-based meetings as requested.
- Assist in formulating campus and district goals and objectives addressing students' social and emotional needs.
- Cooperate with campus parent liaisons to refer students and/or families to community agencies as needed.
- Participate with consultants in planning in-service for teachers in students' social and emotional aspects.
- Assume other responsibilities within the scope of the job and duties assigned in extraordinary circumstances.
- Provide counseling to individuals and small groups relative to their concerns.
- Collaborate with other school staff to design appropriate student testing and appraisal programs.
- Use an effective referral process to help students and others use special programs and services.
- Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required utilizing technology as appropriate.
- Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rules, and the school policy in the area of counseling.
- Present students with a positive role model that supports the school's mission.
- Coordinate school-wide programs that recognize positive student behavior.
- Regular attendance; must be willing and able to report to work at a designated site regularly, according to an established work schedule.
- Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.
- Assess and respond to needs related to job responsibilities.
- Develop and maintain effective individual and group relationships with students and parents.
- Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant individuals to enhance their work with students.
- Develop needed professional skills appropriate to the job assignment.
- Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
- Demonstrate awareness of school-community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs.
- Demonstrate the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervision.
- Adhere to ethical and legal standards and model professional and responsible behavior.
- Participate in professional development to improve skills related to job assignments.
- Maintain the confidentiality of student files and assessments.
- Dedication to Rochambeau’s vision, mission, values, and strategic plan.
- Perform related duties that align with the position's scope and intent.
Qualifications
Education/Certification • Master’s Degree in Counseling or Master’s Degree in Psychology or Social Work with courses included or added that address theories and methods in counseling, psychology of adolescence, career information and development, multicultural counseling, and vocational, academic, and career testing. Experience • 3 years experience in education, school counseling field, or related area
Flexibility: May require occasional evening and weekend work. As a member of the Rochambeau community, your commitment to our vision, mission, values, and strategic plan is paramount.
Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress.
Language Proficiency: Fluency in English and French is desirable, facilitating effective communication in our multilingual community.
Independence and Management: Excellent judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to turn strategy into action.
Communication: Outstanding interpersonal skills and ability to build collaborative relationships with diverse stakeholders. Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Software: Proficiency in industry-specific programs, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google platforms.
Rochambeau is committed to adhering to ADA guidelines and providing reasonable employee accommodations. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to apply. We are dedicated to promoting a diverse workforce that mirrors our student body and embracing cultural competency within our international community.
Please note: In accordance with Maryland House Bill 486, Rochambeau will contact all previous employers of the applicant to request information relating to child sexual abuse or sexual misconduct.