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Position: High School Counselor
School: Promise Academy I High School
Locations: 245 W. 129th Street New York, NY 10027
Why Promise Academy?
At Harlem Children’s Zone, our mission is to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty and unlock new possibilities for our children, families, and communities. As the K-12 charter school within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway, Promise Academy delivers exceptional education alongside holistic support—empowering young minds, inspiring potential, and creating lasting change. By joining, you become part of a transformative movement dedicated to shaping brighter futures and driving extraordinary outcomes for those we serve.
What you will do
Conduct evaluation sessions with the students, using interviews, counseling sessions, interest and aptitude assessment tests, and other methods to evaluate and advise students, guardians, parents, and teachers
Counsel individuals to help them understand and overcome personal, social, and/or behavioral problems affecting their educational, physical, social and/or emotional situation
Provide crisis intervention to students when difficult situations occur at school or at home
Help students prepare for their transition to the next grade level
Consult with and serve as a resource for students, guardians, parents, and teachers regarding the developmental needs of students, including determining priorities for students and their resource needs
Collaborate with school staff and administrators to ensure that students are academically on grade level
Facilitate the integration of the guidance curriculum in the educational curricula
Complete written reports as needed or as requested by the Principal
Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies, and administrative regulations
Participate in the evaluation and revision of the school guidance program
Attend meetings, conferences, and in-service trainings to keep abreast of best practices and professional trends
Identify cases of domestic abuse or other family problems and encourage students, guardians or parents to seek additional assistance from HCZ staff and/or outside professionals
Provide special services that teach students how to handle conflicts in their environment
Conduct follow-up interviews with counselors to determine if their needs have been met
Perform other duties as assigned
Schedule
Monday – Friday, 7:40 am – 4:00 pm
10-month role
Requirements
What you will bring
A valid NYS School Counseling Certification (required)
Dedication and commitment to the mission of HCZ Promise Academy
Must have strong organizational and communication skills, verbal and written
Ability to work with parents, students, faculty, support staff, external government representatives, as well as school community groups
Understanding of different student maturity levels
Ability to help students gain awareness of their interests and abilities to help them manage their behavior and thinking processes
Understanding of test construction and ability to interpret educational test data
Knowledge of grade test targets
ability to evaluate student transcripts
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledgeable of grade test targets
Ability to evaluate student transcripts
Ability to plan, organize, and implement meetings involving a variety of topics and personnel
Benefits
We’re passionate about hiring outstanding teachers who are dedicated to helping our scholars thrive. In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package because we believe our teachers deserve it!
Our benefits include:
Generous paid time off, including sick and personal days
No-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
Up to $30,000 in student loan forgiveness
403(b) retirement plan
Annual and performance-based bonuses
The salary ranges from $70,000 - $75,000. Salaries are determined based on years of relevant experience, certification, and education level.
Harlem Children’s Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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