Guardian and Counselor at a Leading Private Educational Institution - Bradfield Consulting Limited

Bradfield Consulting Limited - Our client is a leading Private Educational Institution with a group of schools comprising of Nursery, Primary & Secondary Schools in Lagos.

The institution therefore invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Guardian and Counselor

Location: Ikeja, Lagos

Job Description

• Identifying issues that affect school performance, such as poor classroom attendance rates
• Helping students understand and overcome social or behavioral problems through classroom guidance lessons and counseling
• Helping students create a plan to achieve academic and career goals
• Collaborating with teachers, administrators, and parents to help students succeed
• Teaching students and school staff about specific topics, such as bullying, drug abuse, and planning for college or careers after graduation
• Maintaining records as required
• Reporting possible cases of neglect or abuse and referring students and parents to resources outside the school for additional support
• Counseling individuals and small groups on the basis of student and school needs
• Working with students to develop skills, such as organizational and time management abilities and effective study habits
• Pay attention to cultural or societal differences in dealing with the students
• Complete assessments and tests, analyse results and provide feedback
• Prepare and present reviews on progress.

Requirements and Skills

• B.Sc / B.Ed in Guidance & Counselling
• Master's Degree in G&C will be an added advantage
• 3-5 years experience as a Guidance Counselor
• Professional Certifications is required
• Integrity and professionalism
• Ability to operate within a wide range of student personalities and backgrounds
• Excellent communication skills and high emotional intelligence abilities
• Basic knowledge of computers.

Application Closing Date
12th May, 2022.