School Counsellor (NGRHS)

Government of Nova Scotia; New Germany; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate School Counsellor to support students in a diverse and inclusive environment. This role involves working collaboratively with educators and families to create individualized programs that enhance student learning experiences. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with a commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy. Join a team dedicated to fostering a safe and healthy educational environment where every student can thrive. If you are eager to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Valid Nova Scotia Teacher Certification is required.
• Master’s degree in Counselling or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to students within the Inclusive Education Policy framework.
• Collaborate with school staff and families to maximize learning experiences.

Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention

Education

Bachelor of Education - Secondary

Master’s Degree in Counselling

Valid Nova Scotia Teacher Certification

Job description

South Shore Regional Centre for Education

The South Shore Regional Centre for Education (SSRCE) practices the culturally responsive pedagogy approach in providing an inclusive, diverse, equitable, safe and healthy education that supports learning and success both personally and academically to the 59,000 residents of Lunenburg and Queens Counties, an area of 5,250 square kilometres and a total of 23 schools.

Regional Centres for Education have Employment Equity Policies and/or processes and we actively encourage applications from under-represented groups, particularly people of African Nova Scotian, African Canadian and African ancestry and Mi’kmaw/Indigenous ancestry. Please ensure that you complete the self-identification portion on the position application.

School Counsellor 100% Permanent NGRHS - Req# 87321

Date: May 1, 2025

Title: School Counsellor

Reports to: School Administrator

Location: New Germany Rural High School

Application Deadline (mm/dd/yyyy): 05/05/2025 at 11:59pm.

Effective Date(s) (mm/dd/yyyy): 08/01/2025

Position Type: 100% Permanent

Description:

The School Counselloris responsible for providing support to students within the South Shore Regional Centre for Education. The Teacher will work within the Inclusive Education Policy framework by participating in individualized program planning with school staff and families to maximize learning experiences for students.

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Valid Nova Scotia Teacher Certification
• Bachelor of Education - Secondary

• Master’s degree in Counselling, Counselling Psychology, or equivalent

Code of Ethics and Standard of Practice:

Counsellors are expected to have reviewed and demonstrated proficiency with the CCPA Code of Ethics and Standard of Practice in their role as a School Counsellor.

Desired Qualifications and Experience:

• Professional development in School Counseling
• Experience as a SchoolCounselor
• Experience teaching grades 7-12

• Excellent communication (written and oral and electronic), problem solving and interpersonal skills;
• Ability to collaborate with school and inter-agency teams to support early intervention strategies, coordination of services, problem solving and program planning;
• Proven ability to work as a contributing member of school program planning and multidisciplinary teams;
• Ability to apply knowledge, experience and commitment in the areas of culturally responsive pedagogy;
• Current knowledge of developmental trauma, the impact on learning, communication and social engagement throughout the lifespan;
• An interest and willingness to engage in continuing education and professional development;
• Ability to apply training and experience to develop, implement, and monitor individualized programs and teaching strategies based on the individual needs of students;
• Ability to employ non-violent crisis intervention techniques;
• Ability to demonstrate teaching strategies and coach school staff as needed;
• Ability to maintain and promote confidentiality as the norm;
• Experience in planning and developing training and professional learning opportunities related to students with behaviours of concern;
• Proven ability to communicate and work alongside diverse cultural and racial backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to value the voice and contribution of others while remaining open to corrective criticism.

Only Shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

SECURITY CHECKS:

The South Shore Regional Centre for Educationrequires that allnewly hiredemployees provide a satisfactory Child Abuse Register Check andCriminal Record / Vulnerable SectorChecks. If you have current ones less than 3 months oldyou can attach these checks to your profile / resume.

To apply please complete the online profile/resume. You can attach a resume to your profile, security checks, and reference letters if applicable(Please note:Failure to include your references will cause delay in processing your application.)

We thank you for your interest in the posted vacancy. The appointment to this vacancy will be according to Article 47 of the Teachers Provincial Agreement. For more information about the SSRCE visit our website at https://www.ssrce.ca/