Upper School Counselor

School Description

Santa Catalina School is a vibrant, independent, Catholic school offering student-centered co-education to PreK through grade 8 and an all-girls’ boarding and day college preparatory upper school serving grades 9 through 12.

Posted: 12-Jun-26

Location: Monterey, California

Type: Full Time

Salary: $75,

Categories

School Counseling

Required Education

4 Year Degree

Santa Catalina School is a vibrant, independent, Catholic school offering student-centered co-education to PreK through grade 8 and an all-girls’ boarding and day college preparatory upper school serving grades 9 through 12.

Santa Catalina exists to develop in each student a striving for excellence, a maturing awareness of moral and spiritual values, a sense of responsible purpose, and a determination to serve the world with courage, grace, and compassion.

With the cornerstones of excellence, spirituality, service, and responsibility, the school is committed to providing a supportive learning community for each student to grow in their intellectual, personal, and spiritual life, making Santa Catalina a transformational educational experience for its students.

Santa Catalina School, a nationally recognized, independent, Catholic school in Monterey, California, seeks a team of colleagues who are able and ready to respond to school needs as they arise. The Upper School Counselor is responsible for the effective organization and coordination of the school’s counseling services. Reporting directly to the Head of Upper School, and working closely with the Dean of Students and the Director of Resident Life, the Upper School Counselor provides individual and group counseling, assists and communicates appropriately with advisors and parents, serves on appropriate school committees, and is an active presence on campus.

The school counselor is responsible for supporting the social, emotional, and personal well‑being of upper school students. The Counselor will serve as an integral member of the Student Support Team, collaborating with teachers, advisors, administrators, and families to promote student health, wellness, and success.

Santa Catalina School believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to its success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

• Assist students with issues of educational, emotional, personal, and social development and adjustment
• Work as a member of a cohesive team in support of positive student growth
• Counsel students on a drop‑in and/or scheduled basis
• Assess the counseling needs of individual students
• Coordinate, in collaboration with the Upper School Administration, any necessary counseling with off‑campus health providers
• Support and communicate with advisors as appropriate
• Work in concert with the Director of Health and Wellness in preparing residential, class‑based, and/or faculty presentations.

• Other duties as assigned

• Two years experience as a school counselor with background in adolescent development
• Master’s Degree in School Counseling
• California State School Counseling Certification or the equivalent
• A commitment to the mission and identity of Santa Catalina School
• A desire to participate fully in the Santa Catalina community
• Successful completion of a Live Scan criminal background check as required by law
• Demonstrated commitment to the American School Counselor Association Ethical Standards for School Counselors

• Demonstrated evaluative and facilitative skills
• Excellent verbal and written skills
• Approachable and welcoming demeanor
• Cultural competence and enthusiasm for working with a diverse and dynamic community
• Strong interpersonal skills, including good listening, humor, tact, intuition, and confidentiality
• Excellent writing,…