Guidance Counselor

As a Counselor, here is why you should choose Siena Catholic Schools of Racine:
Small class sizes: our average class size is 20 students with a 10:1 student-teacher ratio.
Faith-based approach to education: we believe that when rooted in faith and tradition, students are able to grow in mind, body, and faith.
Diverse urban student population: we value the strengths of the communities we are a part of.
Focus on graduation and life: we nurture lifelong learners who are prepared to be successful leaders in college, career, community, and the Church.

Scope and Summary:
The guidance counselor is a key person in making the school’s philosophy, mission, and guiding principles come alive for the school community. The counselor challenges all students to develop their God-given talents and achieve their highest potential and works collaboratively with staff to develop a professional learning community. We are currently seeking an outstanding Guidance Counselor to join our dynamic team.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

- Communicate with students and parents in an appropriate and timely manner to inform them of the student’s social and/or academic progress.
- Supports the mission of the school and contributes through personal example to the faith life and values of the school.
- Supervises students as assigned and whenever in the presence of students within the building, on campus or at school events off campus; takes action to deal with any observed, inappropriate student behavior.
- Incorporates faith development opportunities within the instructional program.
- Maintains a presence that provides the necessary and reasonable precautions to ensure student safety and to protect equipment, materials, and facilities.
- Displays respect and sensitivity to the beliefs, ideas, and needs of others.
- Supports and contributes to the continuing development of the school’s programs such as the School Improvement Plan, Staff Development, Study Hall, Campus Ministry, Extracurriculars and Athletics.
- Attends all faculty/staff meetings unless excused in advance by the administration.
- Performs all duties and fulfills the responsibilities as specified by the contract and job description, Employee Manual, and Staff and Family Handbooks.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Administration.

Qualifications:

- Have a Master’s Degree in Guidance Counseling