Job Description
Summary:
Student Counsellor needed to support student well-being and academic success at a school in Germany.
About the School:
A school in Germany offers a globally focused curriculum aligned with the Cambridge Framework and International Baccalaureate (IB). It fosters inclusivity and prepares students for academic and personal success in a multicultural environment.
The Opportunity:
As a Student Counsellor, you will provide essential social, emotional, and academic support to students aged 9 to 15. You will work closely with teachers, parents, and administrators to ensure the well-being and academic growth of each student.
Key Responsibilities:
- Meet with students and small groups to develop customized learning strategies and study skills
- Design and deliver professional development workshops for teachers and parents
- Support teachers in managing student behavior and addressing student concerns
- Conduct case conferencing to support student well-being
- Identify when to involve parents or teachers in student care and support
- Refer students to mental health professionals when necessary
- Build strong, collaborative relationships with teachers, administrators, and parents
- Develop a local referral network for mental health professionals
- Collaborate with the ISR Parent Network to offer practical workshops
- Write informative articles and materials for parents and teachers
- Consult with the school nurse on relevant cases
- Teach SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) sessions
- Substitute in classrooms during teacher absences
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- Hold a license as a psychotherapist, psychologist, or Child and Youth Worker
- Have teaching experience in primary and secondary education
- Have experience working with special needs children or as a learning strategist
- Have training in Suicide Prevention
- Have training or certification in approaches such as play therapy or cognitive behaviour therapy for children
Preferred
- Postgraduate qualifications in psychology, counselling, social work, or education
- Experience working with adolescents in therapeutic or educational settings
- Academic and practical understanding of developmental psychology and behaviour management
Compensation & Benefits:
- Great environment to work and grow as a professional
- Supportive and collaborative team
- Engaging and multicultural student body