Secondary Substitute School Counselor - Grades 9-12

Secondary Substitute School Counselor - Grades 9-12 JobID: 37024 Position Type: Student Support Services/School CounselorDate Posted: 9/1/2026Location: Odyssey Charter SchoolDate Available: 2026-27 School YearDistrict: Odyssey Charter School Additional Information: Show/HideSUBSTITUTE SECONDARY SCHOOL COUNSELOR - GRADES 9-12Terms of Employment: Substitute Reports to: High School Principal.About Us: The future is brighter than ever for Odyssey Charter School, and we are in search of highly motivated, equally passionate individuals to join our team. Odyssey is a full-scale Kâ12 Charter School currently serving 2,500+ students. Our school features a growing dual immersion program, an innovative Green Initiative, a community food program, and strong academic outcomes.Odyssey is united in its mission to prepare lifelong learners who are culturally aware, global citizens who utilize critical thinking and problem-solving skills grounded in the classical teachings of Greek education and language. Through the Socratic Method and inquiry-based learning, students are empowered to leverage their unique skills and talents in an equitable and collaborative environment where all students can succeed. Position Goal: To provide guidance, counseling, coordination, consultation, referral, and delivery of informational services. To assist in promoting parent involvement, community relations, program evaluation, and curriculum support where appropriate. The School Counselor is responsible for establishing trusting relationships with both students and parents. In addition, the counselor will provide opportunities for students to develop skills in the areas of social/personal growth, educational planning, and skills for academic success. The school counselor will work with School Leaders and teachers to identify OCS students and families who are most in need of additional services, and s/he will then lead a collaborative effort to plan for and provide the necessary support. In this effort, the school counselor will directly provide individual and group counseling to students and their families, while also working to link families with long-term counseling solutions and external support organizations. In addition, the High School Counselor will oversee all aspects of the college admissions process and post-secondary planning for all students. Minimum Qualifications:Must hold Active State of Delaware License and Secondary School Counselor Certification.Minimum of three years of successful professional experience at the Secondary level, or one full year of supervised internship in a 9-12 grade setting, which is part of the graduate degree program in counseling.Master's degree from an accredited college/university.Have the ability to cooperate with staff, parents/guardians, administration, and community resource people.Proven ability to develop rapport with students.Experience analyzing data to identify concerns and develop solutions.Ability to empathize and understand concerns of all students in a diverse, urban setting.Possess teaching skills to administer developmental guidance curriculum; organizational skills; computer literacy; and knowledge of the developmental guidance philosophy.Desire to continue career improvement. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Help all students attain an optimum level of personal and social adjustment.Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and supporting agencies concerning the needs and abilities of all students.Ensure that counseling activities conform to School guidelines.Communicate effectively with all members of the School and community.Work effectively with community organizations.Positively handle change and other responsibilities as assigned.Support the value of multilingual, multicultural education.Support all students and keep detailed records.Provide individual counseling, small group counseling, and group guidance to help students cope effectively with personal, social, academic, and family concerns.Develop, implement, and oversee 504 plans.Analyze student performance in the classroom to provide guidance and identify potential problems.Update and maintain confidential student records.Implement an effective mental/emotional/social wellness programWork collaboratively with the school nurse, OCS' Special Education Department, other OCS counselors, and all support staff.Facilitate crisis intervention and prevention programs.Assist with enrollment and school choice process as needed.Assist in a continuous program of student orientation.Attend IEP and PLCS meetings as needed.Assist with the activities of student organizations.Attend and assist school administrators and educators with planning and executing School-related programs and events.Be well versed in promoting a growth mindset and restorative practices in a school setting.Ensure that all school policies are observed during all activities.Effectively communicate with the OCS community, including teachers, parents, and administrators on an ongoing basis about behavioral and academic issues.Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas, and techniques.Obtain advance approval from the Principal for all activities and expenditures.Effectively partner with other members of the High School Administrative team regarding school climate and culture.Other duties as assigned by the Principial, or other Administrative Staff. Standard Requirements: Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check for the candidate who is offered employmentTuberculin TestMandatory Direct Deposit of paycheckApplication ProceduresInternal Candidates:Qualified applicants must complete an online application or submit a current resume with license/certification information. Letters of recommendation are optional.External Candidates:Qualified applicants must complete an online application and submit:Letter of interestCurrent resumeRecent evaluations and/or student teaching evaluationsTranscriptsCurrent, Active License/CertificationThree (3) professional references, must be supervisory levelThree (3) letters of recommendation dated within the last year Previous submissions will not automatically be considered. Applicants must apply specifically for the Job ID associated with this position.For assistance with the application process or to request a paper application, please contact the OCS Human Resources Team at 302-516-8000. Equal Opportunity Employer StatementOdyssey Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in employment or educational programs, services, or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, military/veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Delaware Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other relevant laws.