School Counselor - 26-27 School Year (46472)

Job DetailsJob Location

Catholic East - Milwaukee, WI 53211

Position Title

School Counselor Reports to: Principal Employment Classification: Full-time Join the Seton Family of Catholic Schools – Giving Students a Running Start Spiritually, Intellectually, and Socially Seton Catholic Schools is the Archdiocese of Milwaukee’s model for K-8 parish schools in Greater Milwaukee. The Seton Family of Catholic Schools serves 3,600 students at our 15 schools in 2025-26, and we plan to grow to over 20 schools serving more than 5,000 students. The Seton model is built on our Catholic identity and delivers effective governance, best in class urban teaching methods, teacher and leader talent development, centralized business operations and active engagement with families in our neighborhoods. In our tenth academic year, Seton’s demonstrated performance is truly transforming Catholic education in Milwaukee with national interest in our unique and highly capable network model for urban parish schools. Our growth over the next five years will include the addition of new parish schools, enhancement of our Catholic culture, expansion of our academic offerings, recruitment and retention of top talent, and the revitalization of our school facilities. Job Summary The school counselor will assist students in our K-8 school setting as an advocate for the development of the whole child. They will provide direct counseling services that support the academic, social, and emotional developmental needs of the students while bringing a collaborative, solutions-oriented attitude to our team. This work will be data-driven by identifying individual school needs and outcomes in the areas of academics, attendance and behavior. Key Responsibilities Include: Provide direct services to students in the areas of child and adolescent development, education strategies, self-management, and social interaction skills to help students in achieving success in school. Support students in mentally processing their challenges and/or adjustments to school through goal setting and action planning. Contact and stay connected to parents to assist them in the understanding of and constructive participation in their child’s progress. Build and maintain comprehensive, school-wide preventative needs programming. Consult with other school personnel in gathering and sharing appropriate information, as well as to establish staff roles and responsibilities regarding student needs beyond general academic education. Serve as a liaison between home and school in situations concerning, but not limited to, truancy, foster home children, special education services and those with serious social/emotional adjustment difficulties. Keep appropriate records of cases for use by school staff members and non-school reporting agencies. Prepare and submit timely reports on students referred for evaluation. Participate in the Catholic Identity and Mission of Seton Catholic Schools. Qualifications Qualifications & Skills School Counselor License or Professional Counselor License required or currently in a certification program. Certification or studies focused in Child Development preferred Experience counseling in urban and/or diverse communities. Deep belief in the potential of all children and the values of Catholic education Ability to cultivate a loving and joyful student culture. Sensitive and responsive to the needs of others Excellent organizational, communication, and facilitation skills Demonstrated ability to operate with a growth mindset and seek opportunities for feedback.

Compensation

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience. Health, dental, and vision coverage. Archdiocese of Milwaukee pension program. 403(b) retirement plan and FSA plan. Paid Time Off Unlimited potential for professional growth—we are building a new model for urban, Catholic education.
• Physical
• Demands: This position requires the ability to work in a typical office setting, with occasional travel between schools and lifting to 20 pounds. The ability to drive a car and travel between schools is essential.