Counselor, Elementary School, Education ​/ Teaching

Counselor at Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools

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Are you passionate about guiding young minds and supporting their growth—academically, emotionally, and spiritually? We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Counselor to join our mission drive team for the  school year!

Our mission is to form a community of faith and learning by promoting a Catholic way of life through Gospel values and academic excellence. We seek a Catholic individual who will exhibit the core values of Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools:
Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity, and create an environment of trust.

• 50/50 split between St. Katharine Drexel Elementary

• Promote the mission of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools and model the teaching of the Catholic Church
• Support the growth and development of students in their faith
• Collaborate with the Student Assistance Team and consult with parents, teachers, clergy, and administrators to address student concerns and progress
• Coordinate standardized testing at the building level, including materials organization, teacher training, and data analysis
• Provide in‑services and professional development to staff on testing procedures, data interpretation and educational resources
• Maintain connections with external counseling agencies and support community programs
• Ensure compliance with federal/state regulations, collect and transition student assessment data, attend relevant workshops, and fulfill other duties as assigned

• Master's degree or higher in counseling
• South Dakota school counselor certification
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills
• Maintain high level of confidentiality
• Commitment to Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools’ mission
• Exhibit the core values of Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools:
  Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity

• Ability to work daytime hours, primarily Monday-Friday
• Clarity of vision
• Ability to speak English clearly
• Ability to hear and distinguish sounds, including speech, alarms, and other work environment sounds
• Fine hand motor skills to include and not limited to keyboarding, writing, grasping, holding, and repetitive motion
• Ability to frequently sit, stand, and walk through work day
• Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally
• Ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to intermittently bend, squat, and reach overhead

Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools is a Preschool‑12 grade school system. Our six elementary schools, junior high, and high school exemplify Gospel values, strong student achievement, and community service. Apply today to be considered for this position.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Education and Health Care Provider

• Hospitals and Health Care

• Medical insurance
• 401(k)
• Tuition assistance
• Disability insurance
• Child care support

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