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School Counsellor

Westview Cambodian International School

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

US 2500 - 3000 a month

300 USD included in the monthly salary

1500 USD upon completion contract

Ongoing

Job
School

Contract Length: 2 years

Number of Vacancies: 1

Student Level:

Middle School, High School

Eligible Candidates:

District/Regional Level Administrator, Director/Principal, Licensed Teacher, Vocational/Technical Instructor

School Requirements:

Education Required: Bachelor
Minimum Teaching Experience: 2 years of teaching experience
Major: education, counselling, behavioral management, psychology

Additional School Requirements:

Qualifications:

Knowledge of the organizational structure and elements of a successful school counseling program
Knowledge of International School and Cambodian context
Understanding of leadership principles, learning theories, multiculturalism and career counseling theories
Knowledge of the full continuum of mental health care services, such as prevention and intervention
Thorough understanding of barriers to student learning and the use of counseling strategies to eliminate those barriers
Knowledge of individual counseling, group counseling and classroom instruction that promote high academic achievement

Job Benefits:

Up to 2,000 USD Reimbursement for quarantine expense due to COVID-19
Standard Private Medical Insurance
Generous Annual Holiday - 18 days annual leave + 6 days sick leaves + 2 weeks school break + 20 days of public holiday per school calendar
Visa and Work permit reimbursed
Assistance in finding accommodation and visa application to Cambodia

Job Description:

Westview Cambodian International School is an international secondary school adopting American Common Core Standards as academic standards for its core subjects - ELA, Math, Science and Social Studies.

The school is looking for a dedicated and competent school counsellor to help create conducive learning environment that meets each student's individual needs and plan, implement and oversee results-based school counselling programs that promote student high academic achievements and well-being.

Job Responsibilities:

Works within Academic Affairs Dept on developing, implementing and managing school counselling programs to promote student high academic achievement, social and emotional well-being,
Works with Academic Manager, Academic Principal and other departments to set goals and result based support programs that meets school goals for targeted students and whole student body,
Monitor and record student progress to ensure counseling programs are effective,
Advises and counsels students in individual, small group and classroom settings regarding academic, educational, and short-term social and emotional problems,
Provides feedback and recommends appropriate action and solutions to individual student’s academic and educational needs and abilities.
Works with students to develop successful learning habit and critical life skills such as self-regulation, organization and time management,
Provides individual student planning and responsive services to support students and their families regarding academic matters,
Teaches guidance classes and provides guidance counseling to students through planned activities in small group or classroom settings to convey educational, social, and important school information, and offers workshops/seminars for parents.
Consults, facilitates, and maintains communication with parents, teachers and leadership on specific student and parent academic and educational matters including academic modifications and/or accommodations.
Remains universally accessible and makes an effort to know every student for whom they are responsible,
Supports and attends appropriate student activities and events,
Participates and performs other school activities promoting student success and achievement.

This is a Direct to School Job

About the School:

Westview Cambodian International School is a great extension to secondary education from grades 6 to 12 by the passionate leadership team of Learning Jungle International School offering educational services only from preschool to grade 6. With the strong support from parents, students, staff, and the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport, Westview Cambodian International School was created to offer an International Secondary program built from the world-renowned American Standards of education and the Khmer language, history, and culture into one unique curriculum from grades 6 to 12. Our mission is to educate Cambodian youth to become confident, and equipped with global competencies while embracing their Cambodian identity, culture, and values.

Westview SLO's:

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE: Students will achieve their intellectual potential by striving for and attaining the highest standards of academic excellence.

CONSCIENTIOUS LEARNERS: Students willingly apply a variety of self-reflection strategies throughout their learning processes, demonstrating the habits of a growth mindset and a strong work ethic.

WELL-ROUNDED INDIVIDUALS: Students will demonstrate the fundamental characteristics of well-rounded individuals, critical thinkers, and conscientious leaders, adopting the character traits of our sixteen Character Profiles.

CAMBODIAN CULTURE: Students will gain a strong understanding of Cambodian values and form an appreciation of the qualities that make up Cambodian culture and society.

GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP: Students will understand what it means to be a global citizen, and play a conscientious and proactive role in being a valuable member of a global community with a drive to make the world a better place.

CONTRIBUTING TO SOCIETY: Students will develop the skills they need to form genuine and productive relationships with people from all walks of life and to make contributions to their communities, society, and country.

Westview is working toward international accreditations from WASC and CIS.

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