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School Counselor

Etqan Global Academy

Doha, Qatar

Furnished accommodation will be provided

Roundtrip airfare will be provided

Start date: February 2022

Job
School

Contract Length: 2 years

Number of Vacancies: 1

Student Level:

Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School

Eligible Candidates:

University Graduate

School Requirements:

Education Required: Master
Major: Educational Psychology
Required Certificates:
Other Certification
Work Visa Eligibility: United States (USA), United Kingdom (UK), Canada, Ireland, Jordan, Lebanon

Additional School Requirements:

Educational Requirements & Experience:

Master's Degree in educational psychology, preferably in Elementary Guidance Counseling, and at least 5 years experience working in a private/public school. Must be able to effectively deal with the public and staff both in person and on the phone.

Job Benefits:

Compensation package includes:

Tax-free salary
Furnished accommodation including utilities
Unlimited Mobile Internet
Paid summer vacation
Economy class round trip ticket
Medical insurance
Professional Development

Job Description:

Summary:

EGA's School Counselor provides psychological services, including testing, counseling and consulting to assist in meeting the social, emotional and educational needs of students in regular and special education programs being serviced by the school; administer and interpret psychological assessments of students, prepare recommendations regarding the evaluation and placement of students; consult with teachers, administrators, specialists, agency and EGA personnel and parents; counsel students; coordinate behavior management programs; and perform related duties.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Be familiar with the EGA's enrollment policies relative to Special Needs students.
Develop and administer screening tests to identify new students with special needs, and report results to the registrar.
Serve as a member of the Pre-Referral Team evaluating referred student’s school histories and educational progress. Consult and confer with teachers, administrators and parents regarding relevant social, emotional, behavioral, cultural and cognitive learning factors.
Complete assessments for students initially referred to special education and identified students requiring re-evaluation.
Provide written reports analyzing, interpreting and summarizing test results, observations and information from school personnel, students, parents and other agencies. Confer with school personnel, parents and other agencies regarding the content of psychological reports and recommendations therein.
Serve as a member of the Individual Education Program (IEP) Team and facilitate IEP meetings as required.
Report results of assessments at IEP meetings.
Play a key role on the IEP Team in deciding if students qualify for special education services. Guide the IEP Team in the development of appropriate placement, goals and objectives for the service.
Develop, evaluate, and update the counseling program.
Pursue continuous professional growth by keeping current with educational developments and literature in the field of school guidance.
Develop and maintain a library section of pertinent information available to students, parents, and staff.

This is a Direct to School Job

About the School:

BACKGROUND

Etqan Global Academy (EGA) is Canadian leadership led IB PYP accredited school, an IB MYP Candidate, and a CIS member school that offers an advanced education model in Doha, Qatar in addition to the Qatari Curriculum for the Arabic Language, Islamic, and Social Studies. As of the academic year 2025/2026, we provide schooling to Pre-KG to Grade 10 students, and we plan for natural growth up to grade 12 in successive years.

EGA's education philosophy emphasizes inquiry, stimulates curiosity, and fosters comprehension and creativity. Students at the EGA acquire and practice strong leadership skills and develop a sense of global responsibility.

SCHOOL CAMPUS

The school operates out of a purposely built campus situated on a 60,000 square meter land plot in the Northside of Doha. As of the academic year 2024/2025, our enrolment is 1,850 students; however, the school campus' total enrolment capacity is 4,650 students.

VISION

We aim to prepare future leaders who contribute to the rise and prosperity of Qatar and the world.

MISSION

Our mission is to maintain students' identity while developing their emotional intelligence, enabling them to achieve excellence academically and professionally.

MOTTO

Great Minds DON'T Think Alike!

SAFER RECRUITMENT & CHILD PROTECTION STATEMENT

Etqan Global Academy (EGA) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers, and contractors to share this commitment.

As part of our safer recruitment process, all successful candidates will be required to:

Undergo rigorous background checks, including criminal record checks from their current and previous countries of residence.
Provide a minimum of two professional references, including one from their most recent employer.
Participate in comprehensive safeguarding training as part of the induction process.
Adhere to EGA’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which aligns with international best practices and CIS accreditation standards.

EGA upholds a culture of vigilance, and any concerns regarding child protection or welfare will be taken seriously and responded to promptly.

By applying to this position, candidates acknowledge their understanding of and commitment to upholding child protection and safeguarding protocols at all times.

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