School Counselor

The International School of Choueifat - Cairo; Muharraq Governorate; On-site; BHD 11,280 - 18,800; Full time

Job summary

The International School of Choueifat - Cairo is seeking a School Counselor to support students in academic and personal development. Responsibilities include providing counseling, collaborating with teachers and parents, and implementing initiatives for student well-being. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in Psychology or Counseling, proficiency in English, and experience in educational settings. The position offers a collaborative environment focused on student success and emotional support.

Qualifications

• Candidates must meet state and/or federal education and certification requirements.
• Previous experience in a school or educational setting preferred.
• Teaching certificate is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling sessions.
• Support students in personal challenges such as stress and anxiety.
• Develop action plans for students needing academic support.

Skills

English proficiency

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education, or equivalent

Master’s Degree

Job description

School Counselor

Job Number: EGYPT00316
Job Type: Non-Teaching School
Entity Name: The International School of Choueifat, Cairo Department Administration

About SABIS®

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Job Purpose

The School Counselor is responsible for supporting students in their academic progress, social and personal development, and emotional well-being. The role involves providing individual and group counseling, advising on academic performance, and collaborating with teachers, parents, and school leadership to promote a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing individual and group counseling sessions to address students’ academic, emotional, social, and behavioral needs.
• Supporting students in navigating personal challenges such as stress, anxiety, peer relationships, and self-esteem to build resilience and positive coping strategies.
• Developing appropriate action plans for students requiring additional academic support by working closely with the Academic Quality Controller and the Student Life Coordinator, while guiding students in goal setting, improving study skills, and adopting effective learning strategies to enhance performance and engagement.
• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date, and confidential student counseling records in accordance with school policies and professional standards.
• Assisting and mentoring students during key transition periods, including moving between grade levels, transferring schools, and preparing for post-secondary education and career pathways.
• Collaborating closely with teachers, school leadership, and parents to strengthen community engagement through participation in school events, sharing relevant insights, and supporting students’ overall development and well-being.
• Designing, implementing, and supporting school-wide bullying prevention initiatives, including awareness programs, early intervention strategies, and collaboration with staff, students, and parents to promote a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Contributing to staff support and development by sharing insights, providing guidance on student well‑being and behavior management, and promoting a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Participating actively in administrative and child protection meetings by providing professional observations and informed recommendations.
• Designing, implementing, and delivering counseling workshops and programs focused on social-emotional learning, mental health awareness, bullying prevention, and essential life skills.
• Promoting and maintaining adherence to school policies and processes related to child protection and safeguarding.
• Identifying, documenting, and reporting concerns related to student safety and well‑being, following established protocols.
• Performing other related tasks and projects as assigned by the SABIS® management.

Ideal Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education, or their equivalent.
• Master’s Degree is a plus.
• English proficiency; knowledge of the local language is a plus.
• Teaching certificate is a plus.
• Previous experience in a school or educational setting; SABIS® experience is a plus.
• Accountability and taking ownership.
• Professional behavior and ethical conduct.
• Delivering results.
• Continuous learning and improvement.
• Business acumen.
• Managing others and performance.
• Communication.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• Managing projects.
• Problem solving and decision making.
• Coaching and developing others.
• Supporting and managing change.

Employment Requirements

Candidates must meet all employment requirements including, but not limited to, state and/or federal education and certification requirements, successful completion of criminal background and reference checks, and skills testing if required for the position.

Additional details about this position will only be provided to short-listed candidates.

SABIS® and its network of schools in the United States uses the criteria of merit, qualifications, and abilities to determine hiring decisions and promotions within the organization. SABIS® does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, order of protection, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, public assistance, family status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, or other segmenting factor protected by law, or local human rights commission activity.