High School Counselor - Aug 2026

Position Overview:
We are on the lookout for a vibrant and committed High School Counselor to become a part of our enthusiastic team starting in August 2026. This role presents an excellent opportunity for a counselor who is dedicated to education and wants to play a pivotal role in fostering the academic achievements of our students.

Job Purpose:

To organize and deliver academic, personal, social, and emotional counseling to students.

Job Scope:

You will hold the overall responsibility for crafting and executing a counseling program that aligns with the needs of the school and its student population, empowering students to succeed in all areas of their lives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Uphold and promote the ethos and standards of excellence as outlined in the GEMS Core Values.
• Develop procedures and timelines to provide students with comprehensive counseling in academic, personal, social, emotional, and psychological areas.
• Manage the transition processes for students.
• Create procedures for obtaining external support for students facing personal challenges and emotional needs.
• Collaborate with the senior management team to design experiences and activities that enhance students’ holistic development while fostering responsibility, leadership, cooperation, and other personal and social skills.
• Maintain thorough records of student progress, achievements, activities, and interests, using all available data and evidence to track development.
• Establish proactive guidelines and procedures to address bullying effectively.
• Create and administer appropriate testing programs to assess student aptitude and achievement.
• Implement systems to promptly inform parents about any academic or behavioral issues.
• Ensure adherence to GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct at all times.
• Demonstrate initiative and dedication beyond the regular work hours when tasks demand additional effort.
• Participate in staff meetings and serve on committees as necessary.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by direct and indirect supervisors.

Apply via the WhatSchool platform.