Classroom Counselor

Overview Classroom Counselor for James Baldwin Academy (San Leandro, CA) to support students in grades 5–12 with emotional and behavioral challenges. Provide individualized attention and direct instruction in core areas to help students progress on IEP goals within a standards-based curriculum. Promote academic growth and social-emotional well-being through a collaborative, therapeutic learning environment. About James Baldwin Academy James Baldwin Academy (JBA) is a small, WASC-accredited school serving students in grades 5–12 with unique mental health and learning needs. With four classrooms, we provide highly individualized academic and behavioral interventions and offer engaging extracurriculars such as gardening, skateboard club, and art club. Our program is built on Confidence, Compassion, and Community, and we pursue a humanizing and therapeutic learning environment with equity-driven education. About Seneca Seneca Family of Agencies provides mental health, community-based, and educational services. We are committed to building a diverse staff and to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives to promote equity and justice for the youth and families we serve. Responsibilities Work collaboratively within a transdisciplinary team, including teachers, counselors, specialists, and program leadership Build therapeutic relationships that help students engage and achieve personalized goals Support academic instruction by assisting with individual and group activities as directed Implement classroom modifications and accommodations based on student IEPs and other plans Deliver direct behavioral intervention that reduces behaviors impeding school success and promotes positive behaviors for learning and community engagement Complete required data collection and service documentation to measure effectiveness, inform team decisions, and engage in service billing Communicate effectively with families and all others involved in the students’ daily life, including other Seneca programs or external agencies Utilize crisis communication and de-escalation techniques as per Seneca's crisis response training Intervene with students’ behavioral programs as needed in accordance with safety protocols Qualifications Education/Experience requirements: Bachelor\'s degree OR Associate degree and 1 year of applicable experience OR High school diploma/GED and 2 years of applicable experience Applicable experience can include working with youth or families, classroom support, mental health settings, crisis support, or related areas At least 21 years of age Reliable transportation to and from the school site and other meeting locations Own vehicle and valid California Driver's License preferred TB test clearance and fingerprinting clearance, and any other licensing or certification requirements Schedule School-based schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM–5:00 PM Benefits Starting at $26.22–$28.72 per hour; actual salary dependent on experience Salary increases each year; bilingual proficiency may provide additional compensation Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, acupuncture, fertility coverage 50% paid premiums for dependents; life insurance and long-term disability 403(b) retirement plan; Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) 5 weeks paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and 14 paid school break days Professional development opportunities, including scholarship opportunities and embedded Special Education and Social Work programs Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Other Industries Mental Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Seneca Family of Agencies. Get notified about new Counselor jobs in San Leandro, CA.

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