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GEMS British International School Madinaty is seeking a School Counselor for the AY 2026-2027 academic year. This on-site role in Cairo, Egypt, involves providing individual and group counseling to students, supporting their academic, emotional, social, and behavioral needs. Responsibilities include developing action plans for academic support, maintaining confidential records, assisting students during transitions, and collaborating with teachers, leadership, and parents. The role also entails designing and implementing school-wide initiatives for bullying prevention and social-emotional learning, contributing to staff development, and ensuring adherence to child protection policies. A Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, or Education is required, along with English proficiency. Teaching certificates and SABIS® experience are a plus. The position requires strong skills in communication, problem-solving, and ethical conduct.
Providing individual and group counseling sessions to address students’ academic, emotional, social, and behavioral needs.
• Supporting students in navigating personal challenges such as stress, anxiety, peer relationships, and self-esteem to build resilience and positive coping strategies.
• Developing appropriate action plans to students requiring additional academic support by working closely with the Academic Quality Controller and the Student Life Coordinator, while guiding students in goal setting, improving study skills, and adopting effective learning strategies to enhance performance and engagement.
• Maintaining accurate, up-to-date, and confidential student counseling records in accordance with school policies and professional standards.
• Assisting and mentoring students during key transitions periods, including moving between grade levels, transferring schools, and preparing for post-secondary education and career pathways.
• Collaborating closely with teachers, school leadership, and parents to strengthen community engagement through participation in school events, sharing relevant insights, and supporting students’ overall development and well-being.
• Designing, implementing, and supporting school-wide bullying prevention initiatives, including awareness programs, early intervention strategies, and collaboration with staff, students, and parents to promote a safe and respectful learning environment
• Contributing to staff support and development by sharing insights, providing guidance on student well-being and behavior management, and promoting a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive working environment.
• Participating actively in administrative and child protection meetings by providing professional observations and informed recommendations.
• Designing, implementing, and delivering counseling workshops and programs focused on social-emotional learning, mental health awareness, bullying prevention, and essential life skills
• Promoting and maintaining adherence to school policies and processes related to child protection and safeguarding.
• Identifying, documenting, and reporting concerns related to student safety and well-being, following established protocols.
• Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Education, or their equivalent
• English Proficient; Knowledge of the local language is a plus
• Teaching certificate is a plus
• Previous experience in a school or educational setting; SABIS® experience is a plus
• Accountability and Taking Ownership
• Professional Behavior and Ethical Conduct
• Delivering results
• Continuous Learning and Improvement
• Business Acumen
• Managing Others and Performance
• Communication
• Flexibility and Adaptability
• Managing Projects
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Coaching and Developing Others
• Supporting and Managing Change
Tuition Discount for Dependents
Medical Insurance
Social Insurance
Transportation upon availability
