Title: Counselor and Counseling Program Coordinator
Reports to: Director of Learning Support Services
Job Description: The Basilica School of Saint Mary, a Catholic Pre-K through eight Parish School in Alexandria, Virginia, is seeking a Guidance Counselor for the 2023-2024 school year. The Counselor will work closely with the with our Learning Supports team in a highly collaborative manner committed to offering excellence in student intellectual, spiritual, and character formation. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in counseling, with an ability to develop a guidance program that will care for the social, emotional, and spiritual and personal growth of students and grades pre-K through eight. Qualified candidates will fully embrace the mission of our Catholic school, which recognizes the infinite value of each student, seeks to develop the gifts of all, and nurtures them to be saints, stewards, and scholars, always with an eye to their eternal destiny. Ideal candidates will hold a Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or psychology, will hold or be willing to work towards certification, and have relevant experiences.
The Basilica School is committed to providing our students and families excellence in Catholic education. We are in beautiful Old Town Alexandria, VA, Diocese of Arlington. Salaries are competitive and commensurate with experience.
Minimum Requirements: The candidate must be eligible for certification as a school counselor in the state of Virginia.
Physical Demands: Stairs, lift 20lbs, travel between classrooms and throughout the campus
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Additional information: 10-month position
Hours: 7:30 AM -3:30 PM
Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience
Applicants must submit a completed application to the Diocese of Arlington and be certified or eligible for certification in Virginia. The Basilica School seeks candidates who fully embrace our Catholic mission to nurture saints, stewards, and scholars. Interested candidates should also submit a cover letter with professional references and a resume to Mr. Robert Loia, Principal, at rloia@smsva.org