Empowerment Academy Charter School is hiring a Guidance Counselor for our High School. This is for the upcoming school year and beyond.

Base Salary: $67,000 - $87,000

Hours: 7:15-3:45

Why Our School is Special

Empowerment Academy is a highly successful charter school that truly supports its teachers and staff. We serve a student mix that is among the most diverse in America while enjoying the cultural vibrance of Jersey City, Hoboken and New York City. If this appeals to you, then apply today! We have achieved academic success without burning out our teachers/staff by meshing an effective education program with effective support and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Student Attendance Administration
• Student Next Steps Initiatives
• Professional Duties
• Support School Culture
• Counseling Students
  
  

Requirements

Please only apply to this position if you meet this criteria:

• At minimum, Guidance Counselors must hold a Certificate of Eligibility to serve as a School Counselor from the New Jersey Department of Education. A Student Personnel Services Certification from the New Jersey Department of Education may also be considered.
• 3 years of experience as a School Counselor or Guidance Counselor in a SCHOOL SETTING.
• Excellence in communication and counseling skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, families, staff and community with diverse backgrounds.
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities.
• Self-Starter and someone who takes initiative.
  
  

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
  
  

As an equal opportunity employer, Empowerment Academy hires without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability.

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