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Infinity Charter School

School Counselor

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What they do

An Academic or Guidance Counselor provides guidance to students in elementary, middle and high schools to help them succeed academically and socially. Works with school teachers and administrators to address problems that affect student performance, and identifies resources for students and families. Helps high school students to plan academic course work and advises on the college search and application process.

$71,237 / year median in Pennsylvania

+3% projected growth

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Job Description

School Counselor (certified) Join us as a School Counselor if you are passionate about empowering students through guidance counseling and a commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments! Infinity Charter School - Nurturing the Whole Gifted Child About Us At Infinity Charter School, a National Blue Ribbon School and one of Pennsylvania's top-ranking charter institutions, we know that academic excellence is only half the equation. Gifted and highly motivated learners experience the world intensely, often facing unique social-emotional challenges like perfectionism, anxiety, and asynchronous development. e are seeking a compassionate, insightful, and dynamic School Counselor to support our students as they navigate their unique intellectual and emotional journeys. The Role As our K-8 School Counselor, you will be the heart of our student support system. You won't just react to crises—you will proactively design a comprehensive guidance culture. From classroom lessons on resilience to small-group sessions on the "fear of failure," you will ensure our students have the emotional toolkit to match their intellectual drive.
What You'll Do Counsel & Connect:
Provide impactful social and emotional support to students through individual, small-group, and classroom-based counseling.
Curriculum Design:
Develop and implement a modern K-8 guidance curriculum addressing critical topics like self-esteem, healthy peer relationships, conflict resolution, and overcoming the fear of failure or success.
Inspire Futures:
Design and lead engaging career exploration activities tailored to spark the imagination of high-achieving minds. Partner with
Families:
Act as a trusted resource for parents, conducting information sessions and consultations to help them navigate the unique joys and challenges of raising a gifted child. Collaborate with
Staff:
Function as a vital multi-disciplinary team member alongside our instructional staff to support the holistic development of every student.
Community Liaison:
Connect families with specialized community resources when advanced or severe challenges arise.
Guard Privacy:
Maintain the highest standards of ethics and confidentiality regarding all privileged student and family information.
Qualifications Required:
Current Pennsylvania School Counselor Certification. The Ideal Profile (Preferred):
Experience:
3 to 5 years of successful experience in school counseling.
Gifted Mindset:
A deep, empathetic understanding of the unique social, emotional, and psychological needs of gifted students. Advanced coursework in gifted education is a significant plus.
Communication Mastery:
Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to bridge conversations between students, elite educators, and highly invested parents. Why Infinity? At Infinity, you will have the autonomy to build meaningful, deep relationships with students over their K-8 journey. You will work in an environment that truly values mental health and emotional well-being as foundational pillars of academic success. Offers of employment are contingent upon the following: your ability to establish that you are authorized to work in the United States; successful completion of criminal, child abuse, and FBI background checks; successful completion of reference checks .
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Professional development assistance Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person