School Counsellor, Grades 11 - 12

Employment Terms: Full-Time, 18-Month Contract
Start Date: August 2026

Join a vibrant and dynamic community where your contributions will inspire growth, creativity, and meaningful change! At Branksome Hall, an esteemed IB World School for girls situated in Toronto, you'll connect with over 900 exceptional students and 230 committed colleagues in an atmosphere that encourages innovation, collaboration, and creativity. Our guiding principles — Sense of Community, Inclusiveness, Creativity, and Making a Difference — will energize your passion and propel you towards new professional heights. Get ready to embark on a rewarding career that allows you to shape a brighter future!

The Opportunity:
We are looking for a School Counsellor for our Senior School, primarily focusing on Grade 11 and 12 students. This full-time role will cover an 18-month leave and requires your presence on campus from Monday to Friday. As an integral member of the Grade 11-12 team, the School Counsellor will support students with academic planning, social-emotional learning (SEL), and overall well-being. The ideal candidate should have excellent relational, communication, and organizational abilities, allowing them to build a compassionate connection with students. The Counsellor will work closely with staff throughout the school and report to the Head of Student Support. This position is set to begin in August 2026.

Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Provide individual and small group counselling to fulfill students' social, emotional, and well-being needs.
- Collaborate with academic and learning strategy teachers, social workers, nurses, students, parents, and administrators to promote student well-being and development.
- Develop and maintain academic pathways to assist students with course planning and selection, in collaboration with University Counsellors.
- Engage in Parent-Teacher and/or Counsellor-Parent meetings.
- Communicate with parents and community members as needed to support student well-being.
- Guide students in building self-awareness, social skills, and relationship-building abilities.
- Support students in developing self-management skills such as organization and time management.
- Actively participate in interdisciplinary teams to formulate care and support plans for learning or social-emotional needs.
- Design, collaborate on, and deliver SEL curricular lessons and workshops for students.
- Teach students techniques for distress tolerance, self-motivation, and stress management.
- Assist in planning and participating in well-being education sessions for parents and staff.
- Provide guidance to students regarding behavioral, academic progress, and personal/social issues related to home, family, and peer relationships.
- Ensure that the written, taught, and assessed curriculum is consistent with IB, CEFR, and Ministry of Education standards, with appropriate differentiation.
- Stay informed about current resources, research, and best practices that support student well-being.
- Participate in the school's co-curricular activities, including coaching, clubs, special events, and trips.

Candidate Profile:
- A Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution.
- A dedicated educator with over 5 years of high school counselling experience and additional qualifications in Guidance and/or Counselling.
- Knowledge of the IB Diploma Program (DP) is a strong asset.
- A relational educator who incorporates Social-Emotional Learning and emotional coaching strategies into their practice, committed to DEI principles.
- Proficient in establishing strong, caring relationships with students.
- Collaborative and effective in working alongside colleagues throughout the faculty.
- Comfortable working with families.
- Knowledgeable about or experienced in managing educational opportunities with external organizations.
- Familiar with or experienced in overseeing scholarship opportunities.
- Competent in relevant technology and thrives in an innovative environment.
- Aligned with the mission, vision, and values of Branksome Hall.
- Passionate about teaching and committed to serving students and the community.

Why Join Branksome Hall:
Becoming a member of Branksome Hall will elevate your professional journey. In addition to working alongside highly collaborative, mission-driven colleagues in an engaging atmosphere, Branksome Hall offers the chance to:
- Receive a competitive salary along with generous vacation, a taxable lunch benefit, health and dental insurance, and pension plans, including contributions to the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan (OTPP) for eligible employees.
- Join a supportive community focused on student success and the continuous growth and development of employees through professional development and mentorship.
- Connect with a network of internationally acknowledged industry experts, leaders, and entrepreneurs.
- Access modern facilities and resources that promote wellness, such as the Athletics and Wellness Centre.

Target Hiring Range:
Placement on the Branksome Hall Faculty Salary Grid is determined by years of relevant teaching experience, level of education attained, and additional qualifications (AQs). The grid ranges from $70,903.08 to $101,270.67 for up to 6 years of experience and from $101,615.33 to $134,998.82 for over 6 years of relevant experience.

How to Apply:
Bring your vision, passion, and creativity to Branksome Hall. Share your story about how you will positively impact the lives of girls by submitting your application through our careers page. Please label any documents you upload during the application process with your First and Last Name and the type of document (e.g., resume, cover letter). Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis starting March 19, 2026, and the posting will remain active until the position is filled. Please note that a closed AI system may be utilized in our recruitment process to enhance efficiency and assess all candidates. While this technology aids in qualification evaluations, our team actively reviews outcomes to identify and address any potential biases throughout the process. Applications (resume and cover letter) may also be sent to:

Branksome Hall – Human Resources
10 Elm Avenue
Toronto, Ontario
M4W 1N4

Branksome Hall is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role. Branksome Hall is strongly committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion within its community and welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, Indigenous/Aboriginal People of North America, persons with (dis)abilities, LGBTQ2S+ individuals, and others who can further diversify ideas and champion diversity in its broadest sense. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in all stages of the recruitment and selection process at Branksome Hall. We appreciate all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This job posting is for an existing vacancy. To learn more about Branksome Hall, please visit our website at: branksome.on.ca.