Guidance Counselor

Globeducate International Schools

Blyth Academy

Globeducate is one of the world’s leading international K-12 education groups, with a network of schools and educational brands across multiple countries. Our schools are united by a shared commitment to educational excellence, innovation, international mindedness, and the development of students who graduate as global citizens who can shape the world. Colleagues at Globeducate benefit from working within a collaborative international community that values continuous improvement, professional learning and the sharing of best practice across the group.

Blyth Academy is searching for a qualified candidate to work with the rest of the campus team to help each student reach their full potential. The Guidance Counsellor is responsible for providing counseling and assistance to all students and enable effective communication between the teacher and student while offering a supportive and open environment that builds confidence and promotes communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Counseling all students grade 9-12 on secondary course selection over four terms.
• Supporting and counseling students (and parents) on the post-secondary application process.
• Managing the Ontario University Applications (OUAC), Ontario College
• Applications (OCAS) and support students interested in other Canadian postsecondary options.
• Assisting students interested in international post-secondary applications. This process may be initiated in grade 11 where S.A.T.s results are required.
• Working with teachers and parents on assisting students.
• Working with teachers, parents and students on grade 9 transition.
• Overseeing the application of Student Support Plans, support teachers and students as necessary, update Student Support Plans.
• Undertaking guidance administrative work, such as report cards, transcripts, etc.
• Overseeing the maintenance of the OSRs.
• Assisting the Principal in course scheduling and timetabling.
• Assisting with admissions, interviews and follow-up as needed.
• Assisting with Academy presentations and parent teacher interviews.
• Compiling a list of Community Resources for students and recommend as needed.
• Discuss opportunities to study abroad or do academic exchanges with partner schools.
• Primary follow-up on attendance/late issues with students & parents.
• Overseeing community service and extra-curricular programs for students.
• Handling inquires as needed concerning full-time, night-school, summer school courses, and private studies.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal.
  
  

Candidate Profile

• College diploma or University degree preferred
• Minimum of two years’ experience in a secondary school Guidance role
• Familiarity with the OSSD and university program requirements (including EQAO, OUAC, ONSIS, OSR, inspection, competitions, etc.)
• Understands the regulations behind OSR management (creating, transfer, closing, maintenance)
• Familiarity with Trevlac, Edsby, and attendance management systems strongly preferred
• Has great patience, approachable to students, responsible when completing tasks and answering student inquiries
• Capable to work in a high-pressure multitasking environment
• Previous experience with international students highly preferred
• Excellent use of the Microsoft Suite, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Highly organized, the ability to multitask efficiently will be a strong asset in this position.
• Diplomatic, resilient, and adaptable to shifting priorities
• Empathetic and dedicated to students’ well-being
• Openness to diversity and willingness to effectively manage and foster a positive environment within a caring community
• Goal and Service Oriented – actively looks for ways to assist and implement new ideas
  
  

True impact starts when we dare to Be Excellent, Be Supportive, Be a Pioneer, and Be Global. If you share these core values, apply now to join Globeducate and make a lasting difference, shaping the world.

Safeguarding Statement: Globeducate is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly those from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender status, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion. Successful applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check (with barred list where appropriate), checks with past employers, including overseas police checks, online searches and relevant pre-employment safeguarding assessments.