School Counselor

About Sankofa Montessori

Sankofa Montessori embarked on its educational journey as a public charter school, receiving its charter from the Georgia State Charter School Commission in 2021. We officially opened our doors in July 2023, starting our adventure with Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd grades. As we chart our course, we added a 3rd grade in our second year and will be adding 4th grade during the upcoming school year, school year 25-26. Our mission is to empower children with the knowledge, skills, and agency needed to lead purposeful lives. Join our team and help us continue to chart our course.

At Sankofa Montessori, we bridge standards-based instruction with the Montessori approach. If you think you would be a great fit, we invite you to apply for our Montessori Academic Coach role.

Start Date: July 7, 2025

Location: 5881 Phillips Drive, Forest Park, GA, 30297

Role Summary

The School Counselor at Sankofa Montessori plays a vital role in ensuring all students feel safe, supported, and known. This role includes leading the implementation of schoolwide SEL curriculum, providing direct counseling support, serving as the 504 Coordinator, and collaborating with teachers and families to drive equitable and proactive student interventions. The Counselor will report directly to the Director of Student Support and Culture.

Key Responsibilities

Student Support and Case Management

• Provide individual and small group counseling to support students’ academic, behavioral, and emotional growth
• Conduct daily check-ins and check-outs with students on the MTSS caseload to support goal setting and progress monitoring
• Serve as the 504 Coordinator, ensuring compliance with all federal and state regulations and managing documentation and meetings
• Respond to referrals from staff or families regarding social-emotional concerns, mental health needs, or crisis support
• Provide mentoring and de-escalation support to Tier 2 and Tier 3 students as needed

School-wide SEL & Culture Leadership

• Collaborate with school leadership on the implementation and oversight of the SEL curriculum and morning circle structure
• Coach teachers and interventionists on the implementation of the SEL curriculum and morning circle practices
• Deliver schoolwide classroom-based SEL lessons, community circles, and proactive culture-building activities
• Support the development of student regulation strategies, peer relationships, and social problem-solving
• Partner with classroom teachers to integrate SEL practices and culture expectations into daily routines

Family & Community Engagement

• Communicate regularly with families to support student growth and wellness
• Help families access school and community-based services, including resources aligned with McKinney-Vento eligibility
• Offer family-facing workshops or communication tools on topics like transitions, behavior support, and mental health
• Act as a liaison for external mental health or social service providers as needed

MTSS & Attendance

• Serve as an active member of the Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) team
• Participate in MTSS meetings and help design student intervention plans in partnership with teachers and leaders
• Co-lead student attendance meetings and collaborate on supports and plans to improve student attendance
• Track student progress in both SEL and academic interventions using data and documentation protocols

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or related field required
• Current Georgia certification in School Counseling
• Minimum of 2 years experience in a school-based counseling or support services role
• Strong understanding of MTSS, trauma-informed practices, and restorative approaches
• Exceptional relationship-building skills with students, families, and colleagues
• Commitment to equity, cultural responsiveness, and Montessori philosophy
• Growth mindset and ability to receive and apply feedback

COMPENSATION

• We offer contributions to the Teacher Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) in accordance with Georgia state law, as well as an additional, optional 403(b) retirement account.
• Sankofa Montessori also offers competitively-priced health benefits

Additional Information

Equal Employment Opportunity: Sankofa Montessori provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.