Long Term Substitute, Upper School Counselor

TVT Community Day School; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

TVT Community Day School in Irvine, CA seeks a temporary School Counselor to support students’ social and emotional well-being during a leave of absence. The role involves individual and group counseling, wellness programming, and collaboration with families and faculty.

The position lasts approximately 3–5 months, begins mid-October, and is exempt from benefits. Daily duties include crisis intervention, SEL programming, and support within the SST and Parent Association initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in School Counseling is required for this role.
• Experience as a school counselor in an Independent school is preferred.
• Classroom experience developing and teaching SEL lessons is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to students addressing academic, emotional, and social challenges.
• Serve as a resource for students navigating transitions, stress, and coping strategies.
• Respond to immediate student concerns with crisis intervention and referrals when necessary.
• Develop and implement programs to promote mental health, resilience, and well-being.
• Lead workshops on conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and stress management.
• Collaborate with leadership to integrate SEL into the curriculum.
• Engage with faculty and families to support student needs and foster partnerships.
• Act as a crisis response team member, following protocols during emergencies.

Skills

SEL instruction

Crisis intervention

Education

Master's Degree in School Counseling

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: TVT Community Day School - Irvine, CA 92603Position Type: Temporary/SeasonalSalary Range: $35.00 - $41.00 Hourly

Position Overview

This temporary position will provide coverage during a leave of absence, anticipated to begin in mid-October and last approximately 3-5 months. The hiring range is $275-$330 per day. This position is exempt and is not eligible for benefits or holiday pay.

The School Counselor supports the social and emotional well-being of students. Working collaboratively with faculty, administration, and families, the counselor provides individual and group counseling, develops wellness programming, and fosters a culture of care, belonging, and resilience. This position is an integral part of the Student Support Team and contributes to the school's mission to foster confident, compassionate, and engaged learners.

Key Responsibilities

Counseling and Support:

• Provide individual and group counseling to students to address academic, emotional, and social challenges.
• Serve as a resource for students navigating transitions, managing stress, and developing coping strategies.
• Respond to immediate student concerns, providing crisis intervention and referrals when necessary.

Student Wellness and Programming:

• Develop and implement programs to promote mental health, resilience, and overall well-being.
• Lead workshops and classroom lessons on topics such as conflict resolution, emotional regulation, and stress management.
• Partner with the school's leadership team to integrate social-emotional learning (SEL) into the curriculum.

Faculty & Family Collaboration and Support:

• Engage proactively in collaboration with faculty and grade-level teams to identify and support students' academic, social, and emotional needs
• Play an integral part in the Student Support Team (SST)
• Partner with the Parent Association to design and deliver educational programming for parents, providing resources and guidance on adolescent development, mental health, and family-school collaboration.
• Strengthen faculty capacity by leading professional development initiatives focused on creating emotionally, safe, supportive and inclusive classroom environments.
• Act as a trusted resource and consultant for faculty, offering expertise and strategies to address students' social-emotional development within the classroom setting.
• Foster strong, ongoing communication with families, providing guidance, resources, and support to address a wide range of student needs and promote positive school-home partnerships.

Crisis Response & Risk Assessment

• Act as a member of the school's crisis response team, offering guidance and immediate support during individual or community-wide emergencies.
• Maintain and follow communication protocols for responding to students in distress or crisis conducting risk assessments as needed.

Community Engagement

• Support inclusion initiatives, ensuring all students feel valued and respected.
• Foster strong relationships within the school community to enhance student support services.
• Organize and participate in events and activities that strengthen the school's community connections.

Qualifications

Qualifications (preferred):

• Master's Degree in School Counseling, or Clinical/Counseling Psychology
• Experience as a school counselor in an Independent school
• Classroom experience developing and teaching SEL lessons