Counselor

Position Overview

Al-Arqam Islamic School & College Preparatory seeks a compassionate, proactive, and skilled School Counselor to support students in grades 6–12. The counselor will provide guidance across academic, social-emotional, and behavioral domains, helping students achieve success while fostering strong Islamic character and personal growth.

The counselor serves as a key resource for students, parents, and faculty, supporting academic planning, social-emotional learning (SEL), and intervention for at-risk or special needs students.

Key Responsibilities

Student Support

1. Provide one-on-one and small-group counseling to support academic success, emotional well-being, and personal development.
2. Conduct regular check-ins with students, including at-risk students, those receiving academic interventions, or students with special needs.
3. Facilitate Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) sessions and programs for middle and high school students.
4. Monitor student progress and coordinate with teachers and administration to ensure appropriate support and intervention plans.
5. Assist students with goal setting, study skills, time management, and coping strategies.

Academic Counseling

1. Support students with academic planning and college preparation guidance.
2. Collaborate with teachers and administration to identify students needing academic intervention.
3. Maintain accurate records of student progress, intervention plans, and outcomes.
4. Provide resources and strategies to support learning differences, special needs, and English language learners as applicable.

Staff Support & Consultation

1. Serve as a resource to faculty and staff regarding student behavior, SEL strategies, classroom management, and intervention techniques.
2. Participate in faculty meetings, student support teams, and professional development sessions.
3. Collaborate with administration on schoolwide SEL programs and initiatives.

Parent & Community Engagement

1. Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding student progress, concerns, and support plans.
2. Provide guidance on strategies for academic success and social-emotional well-being at home.
3. Foster a strong partnership between the school, families, and community resources.

Qualifications

1. Master’s degree in School Counseling, Educational Psychology, Social Work, or related field.
2. Valid counseling certification/license preferred.
3. Experience in secondary school counseling (grades 6–12) preferred.
4. Strong knowledge of academic support, social-emotional development, and intervention strategies.
5. Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
6. Commitment to the mission and values of an Islamic educational environment.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Experience working with at-risk students, special education, or intervention programs.
2. Familiarity with SEL frameworks and programming.
3. Knowledge of college preparation processes and academic advising.
4. Experience in an Islamic or faith-based school environment.

Work Expectations

1. Full-time position supporting both middle and high school students.
2. Participation in school events, faculty meetings, and professional development.
3. Collaboration with administration, faculty, and families to support student success.
4. Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical practice at all times.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Al-Arqam Islamic School & College Preparatory is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity within the Muslim community.

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Start Date

Application Deadline

Contact

Name: Dr. Lula Abusalih

Title: Principal

School Information

Al-Arqam Islamic School

6990 65th St, Sacramento, CA 95823, USA

http://Aisacp.org

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