Job Description

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: St. Thomas Aquinas Regional Catholic High School, Hammond, LA

Reports to: Principal

Overview

St. Thomas Aquinas, a Catholic high school committed to the spiritual, academic, and personal formation of young people, seeks a dedicated and compassionate Guidance Counselor to join our faculty and support students in their academic journey, personal growth, and vocational discernment. The counselor plays an essential role in fostering a Christ-centered environment that encourages students to realize their God-given potential.

Key Responsibilities

Academic Support

• Guide students in course selection, scheduling, and academic planning to ensure graduation requirements and post-secondary goals are met.
• Monitor academic progress and collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success.
• Maintain accurate student records, update transcripts, and ensure timely submission to colleges, universities, and scholarship programs.
• Update and maintain the Student Transcript System (STS) and other school data systems.

College & Career Guidance

• Assist students with college, vocational, and career exploration in alignment with their interests, talents, and Catholic values.
• Support students with the college application process, including essays, recommendation letters, transcript submissions, and financial aid resources.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding college and career planning timelines, opportunities, and requirements.
• Organize and oversee annual college and career fairs, workshops, and informational sessions.

Personal & Social Development

• Provide confidential, short-term counseling and support for students facing personal, social, or emotional challenges.
• Facilitate referrals to outside counseling or support services when appropriate.
• Foster an inclusive, safe, and respectful school climate consistent with Catholic teaching.

Faith & Values Integration

• Support the spiritual development of students, encouraging them to integrate faith into decision-making and personal growth.
• Model Catholic values in interactions with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with campus ministry, teachers, and administrators to ensure holistic student formation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• State certification/licensure in School Counseling (or eligibility for certification).
• Experience in high school counseling preferred.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing strongly preferred; must be supportive of the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, parents, and the wider school community.

Additional Requirements

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all students.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings/weekends for parent meetings or school events.

Application Process

Interested candidates should submit the following to careers@stafalcons.org:

• Cover letter expressing interest and alignment with the Catholic mission of the school.
• Resume/CV.
• Contact information for three professional references.