Middle School Counselor - AUG 2026

Position Overview

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Middle School Counselor to become part of our committed team starting August 2026. This role presents a fantastic opportunity for a counselor who is devoted to education and excited to support our students' academic achievements.

Job Purpose

The primary aim is to organize and deliver academic, personal, social, and emotional counseling for students.

Job Scope

You will hold the overall responsibility for creating and executing a counseling program that aligns with the needs of both the school and its students, enabling them to thrive in every aspect of their lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Uphold and promote the ethos and standards of excellence outlined in the GEMS Core Values.
• Set up procedures and timelines to offer students counseling in academic, personal, social, emotional, and psychological areas.
• Manage the transition process for students.
• Establish protocols for obtaining external support for students facing personal challenges and emotional concerns.
• Collaborate with the senior management team to create experiences and activities that foster holistic development in students, encouraging responsibility, leadership, cooperation, and other personal and social skills.
• Maintain comprehensive records of student progress, achievements, activities, and interests, while tracking student development through all available data and evidence.
• Develop proactive guidelines and procedures to address bullying effectively.
• Establish and oversee appropriate testing programs to assess student aptitude and achievement.
• Create systems to promptly inform parents about issues related to class performance, school work, or behavioral challenges.
• Ensure compliance with GEMS policies, procedures, and codes of conduct at all times.
• Dedicate effort and energy beyond standard working hours when tasks require additional commitment.
• Participate in staff meetings and serve on committees as needed.
• Carry out additional responsibilities as requested by direct and dotted line managers or supervisors.

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