School Career Counsellor

Job description / Role

Job Description

School career counsellor required for an American school in Kuwait to help students in the areas of academic achievement and personal/social development. If students are not meeting course requirements or are having disciplinary problems, school counselors may need to intervene to remedy the situation.

Meeting with parents or guardians, teachers, and administrators to resolve any possible behavioral or academic problems. Attend professional development workshops and educational conferences in order to maintain and improve professional competence. Need experience helping students in preparing college applications.

Required Qualifications:

• BA or BSc in Education, Psychology, or School-Career Counselling preferably from the US due to American curriculum and to help secondary students choosing universities to attend and application process.
• Masters of Education in School Counselling from a recognized university, preferably from the US.
• Excellent English skills required.
• Must have excellent management skills and be able to deal effectively with student behavior issues.

Required Experience:

• Minimum 2 years experience in school counseling at secondary grade levels.
• Experience in helping secondary students with university applications abroad.
• Culturally sensitive, dependable, flexible, and able to work in a continuously changing environment.

Monthly Salary Range:

Competitive tax-free salary from KD 700 to 1175 depending on experience and qualifications.

Housing:

• Furnished accommodation of 1 or 2 bedroom flat is provided depending on family status.
• Utilities paid if staying in school accommodation.
• OR housing allowance of KD 125.

About the Company

International Teachers Plus (ITP) is a Teacher Placement Agency based in Ottawa, Canada, offering full recruitment services and a wide variety of international teaching jobs at reputable International Schools.

Our Services to Teachers - we help you get off on the right foot with your dream adventure in teaching and learning abroad while providing you with friendly and professional ongoing support beginning the minute you submit your application.