School Guidance Counselor

Job Description

About Our Lady of Grace Catholic School:
At Our Lady of Grace Catholic School, we are committed to forming saints and scholars. Rooted in the teachings of the Catholic Church and inspired by the example of the Blessed Mother, our school is a place where children are nurtured in faith, character, and intellect. We value academic excellence, compassionate service, and the dignity of every child. Our mission is to provide a joyful, inclusive, and virtue-driven environment where every student is known, loved, and guided to grow into the person God created them to be.

Position Summary:
Our Lady of Grace Catholic School is seeking a licensed and mission-driven School Guidance Counselor to join our team for the 2025-2026 academic year. The ideal candidate is a dedicated professional with a passion for working with children in a Christ-centered environment and a commitment to supporting their academic, social-emotional, and spiritual development.

Key Responsibilities
Teach developmentally appropriate guidance lessons in Preschool through Grade 8, supporting academic, career, and social development

Promote student success through preventive services and responsive support for identified needs

Provide immediate crisis intervention and support, coordinating with external professionals when appropriate

Implement a comprehensive school counseling program, including a monthly guidance newsletter, parent education, and an annual Middle School Career Day

Lead the implementation of Openlight Media's Education in Virtue program to foster a school-wide culture of virtue

Maintain accurate records, ensure confidentiality, and uphold ethical counseling standards

Serve on the Faculty Leadership Team, including supporting meeting agendas and minutes

Contribute positively to the faith-filled culture of our school

Qualifications
Valid Professional School Counselor License, LPC, LMHC, or LCSW (required)

Experience working with children in a school setting

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Excellent organizational and time management abilities

Proficiency in planning and delivering engaging lessons using technology and cross-curricular strategies

Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education

Why Join the OLG Family?

Be part of a school anchored in faith, community, and academic excellence

Work with a team that values collaboration, joy, and purpose

Make a lasting impact on students during their most formative years

Enjoy a supportive, family-like atmosphere where your vocation is celebrated

To Apply:
Interested candidates should email a cover letter, resume, and references to Principal Catherine Rusch at crusch@olgsch.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

About the Employer

The Our Lady of Grace Catholic School community inspires a passion for learning and a commitment to academic excellence built on a foundation of Catholic faith. As one family, we nurture the whole person to serve and to lead with love, respect, dignity, and integrity.