Description

High Point Christian Academy (HPCA) is seeking a dedicated and professionally qualified K-12 School Counselor to support the academic, career, and personal/social development of our students in a Christ-centered environment.

The ideal candidate will uphold HPCA's mission of providing a Christ-centered, quality education and academic excellence, and integrating a Biblical worldview into all areas of student support. 

Key Responsibilities:
The School Counselor will design, implement, and manage a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with professional standards and HPCA's mission, including:

• Personal/Social-Emotional Support: Offer short-term individual and small group counseling to address students' immediate needs, concerns, and developmental issues (e.g., managing emotions, interpersonal skills, anxiety, grief).
  Biblical Integration & Discipleship: Integrate biblical truth and a Christian perspective into counseling and guidance activities, fostering spiritual growth, godly character, and a biblical worldview.
  Consultation & Collaboration: Collaborate effectively with parents, teachers, administrators, and external community resources to advocate for and support student success.
  Program Assessment: Utilize data to assess the effectiveness of the school counseling program and identify student needs, aligning efforts with the school's mission and improvement goals.
  Crisis Response: Provide responsive services, including crisis intervention and referral for students needing long-term support.

Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ and the ability to articulate a personal Christian testimony.
• Agreement with and ability to uphold the Statement of Faith and Core Values of High Point Christian Academy (Kingdom Education, Biblically-Integrated Curriculum, etc.).
• Master's Degree in School Counseling or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• State Certification/Licensure as a School Counselor (or eligibility).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills for working with students, parents, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A degree or formal training in Biblical Counseling is strongly preferred, or significant experience providing counseling and guidance from an explicitly Christian and biblical framework.
• State Certification/Licensure as a School Counselor (or eligibility).
• Previous experience as a K-12 School Counselor in a Christian school setting.

Please submit a letter of interest and resume to Head of School, Jeremy Blackstock, at jblackstock@hpcacougars.org.