Guidance Counsellor at Stella Maris Schools

Stella Maris School, Abuja, is a very successful and flourishing co-educational private school in the heart of Abuja. We are academically selective and highly so, with everyone being above the average.

From the very first moment a child enters the school, they will benefit from an excellent academic education supported by highly qualified and experienced specialist staff and a large range of musical, creative, sporting and artistic opportunities which are essential for children’s all-round education and development.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Guidance Counsellor

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• We are looking to hire a Guidance Counselor with outstanding assessment and listening skills.
• A Guidance counselor should be accessible and authentic with excellent communication skills and a profound interest in helping students to attain their academic and career goals.

Responsibilities

• Conducting individual and group counseling sessions to advise and assist students with academic and vocational development.
• Evaluating students’ attributes and assisting them in realizing their objectives.
• Developing and implementing counseling strategies with contemporary methods of mentoring.
• Identifying behavioral problems and acting appropriately to remedy the situation.
• Paying attention to societal and cultural differences in all student matters.
• Assessing the development of students and highlighting their sense of accomplishment.
• Completing evaluations, analyzing results, and providing purposeful feedback.
• Cooperating with parents, academic staff, and external partners.
• Arranging and scheduling orientation programs and internships.
• Assist with school programs and events.
• Oversee and fulfill a guidance program designed to allow students to voice concerns without fear of punishment or judgment.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Guidance and Counseling or a related degree.
• 3+ years of work experience as a counselor in an academic environment.
• Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills.
• Motivational leader who displays sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Detail-oriented with excellent time management skills.
• Confident interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Perceptive intuition and decision-making skills.
• Remarkable professionalism and solid work ethic.

Application Closing Date
29th August, 2022.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: careers@smsabuja.com using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.