Guidance Counsellor secondary 3 to 5

Title : Guidance Counsellor secondary 3 to 5 

Report to : Director of the Student Services

Status : Full time - maternity leave replacement

Start Date :  Immediately

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Job Description:

The Guidance Counsellor plays a key role in supporting Secondary 3 to 5 students as they explore their academic goals, post-secondary options, and future pathways. The counsellor guides students and families through course selection, graduation requirements, CEGEP and post-secondary planning, applications, and important timelines.

As part of the Student Services team, the Guidance Counsellor also provides social-emotional support to students navigating the personal and developmental challenges of adolescence and works collaboratively with teachers, parents, administrators, the Academic Resource team, and outside professionals when appropriate.

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Principal responsibilities

• Guide students in exploring post-secondary options, including CEGEP, university, vocational and alternative pathways
• Support students with course selection, graduation requirements, academic planning, applications, prerequisites and important timelines
• Meet individually with students and families to support informed academic and post-secondary decision-making
• Stay current with post-secondary institutions, programs, admission requirements and application processes
• Provide individual short-term counselling and guidance for social, emotional and personal concerns
• Support students with stress management, motivation, self-advocacy and decision-making
• Collaborate closely with the Academic Resource and Student Services teams
• Participate in student case discussions and contribute to support plans when appropriate
• Consult and communicate with teachers, parents and administration as needed
• Refer students to outside professionals when appropriate and coordinate follow-up
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records and documentation
• Contribute to workshops, information sessions and school initiatives related to student well-being and post-secondary planning

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Required job skills and qualifications:

• University degree in Counselling Psychology, Education, or a related field
• Certification or eligibility to work as a Guidance Counsellor in Quebec
• Experience working with adolescents; secondary school experience is strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of the Quebec CEGEP system and post-secondary pathways and admission processes
• Ability to provide both academic guidance and social-emotional support
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Sound judgment, discretion and understanding of the ethical and legal considerations involved in working with adolescents

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Benefits

• Pension plan participation
• Group insurance (health, dental, AD&D, LTD and life)
• Discounted membership rate at the Sylvan Adams YM YWHA Athletic Center
• Loyalty reward program
• Opportunities for professional development
• Laptop provided
• Days off on Jewish holidays

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Be part of a dynamic and innovative educational community

Azrieli Talmud Torah | Herzliah Schools is a co-educational Jewish Day School for students from kindergarten to grade 11. Our talented and caring team of professionals work together to ensure the development of strong academic skills with a significant focus on literacy across three languages. We facilitate our students’ ability to become creative and independent thinkers, and we cultivate an atmosphere of compassion, fairness, respect, and personal growth. Our community celebrates diversity, authenticity and respect and our proud graduates become engaged, contributing members of both the Jewish and global communities.

Our commitment to helping students reach their full potential also extends to our staff and faculty. We recognize that our teachers, staff and administrators are our most valuable asset. As such, we offer rewarding professional opportunities in a dynamic, supportive working environment.

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How to apply: 

Submit your CV and cover letter to hr@azrieli-tth.ca indicating the position you are applying for in the subject line.

Documents to be submitted: C.V., letter(s) of reference, diplomas     

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Other Information

Join a Dynamic and Innovative Educational Community

For over 125 years, the Azrieli Talmud Torah | Herzliah Schools have proudly served Montreal's Jewish community, in both French and English sectors, across our preschool, elementary, and secondary divisions. As Montreal’s largest co-educational Jewish school, we welcome over 700 students from Kindergarten to Grade 11.

Our private institution is renowned for its academic excellence, caring environment, and vibrant community. We offer our students a stimulating learning environment that fosters innovation, creativity, and global development. Our pedagogical team stands out for its passion for education and its commitment to the success of every student.

The Azrieli Talmud Torah | Herzliah Schools adhere to a voluntary equal opportunity employment program. Applications from members of designated groups, including women, persons with disabilities, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and ethnic minorities are encouraged. If you are a person with a disability, assistance can be provided upon request during the pre-screening and selection process.