School Counselor 2026-2027 SY (0.6 FTE) - Orangevale

Job Title: School Counselor

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10 Month Salary - 188

About Us

California Montessori Project (CMP) is a successful public charter school network based in the greater Sacramento area with an exceptional TK-8 Montessori program that is tuition-free and open to all students. The network serves over 3,000 students on seven campuses. CMP is authorized through, and maintains strong relationships with four school districts: Elk Grove Unified School District, Sacramento City Unified School District, San Juan Unified School District and Buckeye Union School District.

CMP teachers are supported in pursuing dual-certification, holding a Montessori certification from an AMS-accredited training center and a California state credential. The CMP Leadership Team, including the Governing Board, Directors, Principals, and Deans, provide stability and focused guidance to the organization. CMP’s commitment to equity and student success is anchored in the frameworks of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), which build sustainable systems and promote whole-child development.

CMP Mission

The Mission of the California Montessori Project is to provide a quality, tuition-free, TK-8, Montessori education that challenges our students to reach their full potential.

Summary/Objective

Under direction of the school principal, the school counselor will provide related services to students, teachers, administrators, parents, and the community, as appropriate. Services will include classroom lessons, individual and small group counseling concerning social emotional and behavioral problems, and crisis support.

• Essential Functions
• Implements the philosophy, goals, objectives, and policies of CMP’s Student Services Department and the American School Counselor Association (ASCA).
• Engages in professional development.
• Advocates for student success and for programs that improve student outcomes.
• Applies legal and ethical principles of the school counseling profession and follows network policies and practices.
• Provides direct Tier 1 services, such as large group classroom instruction. Provides indirect Tier 1 services, such as resources and referrals, consultative services, adult psychoeducation and training, collaboration, and serves on committees that improve whole school wellness.
• Uses data to identify barriers to student achievement, and creates and implements interventions to address barriers.
• Provides Tier 2 and Tier 3 services, such as small group counseling services, individual counseling services, individual student planning, and crisis response and postvention.
• Regularly provides information to the community regarding community resources.
• Serves as an integral member of committees related to social, emotional, behavioral, and mental health and wellness, such as Suicide Prevention Crisis Teams, Behavioral Therapy Assessment Teams, and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) Teams.

• Competencies
• Embodying the ASCA School Counselor Professional Standards & Competencies, Mindsets, and Behaviors, including:
• Apply developmental, learning, counseling and education theories (B-PF-1)
• Design and implement instruction aligned to the ASCA Student Standards (B-SS-1)
• Identify achievement gaps and factors contributing to those gaps (B-PA-2)

• Work Environment
• This position operates in various environments across the school: classrooms, hallways, and offices.

• Physical Demands
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak, hear, stand, walk, use hands, and reach.

Safety Measures • Safety Protocols

• Following established safety protocols and guidelines to ensure the physical and emotional well-being of all students.
• Proper
• Techniques: Utilizing appropriate techniques for assisting students with physical

• disabilities or behavioral challenges to prevent injury to both students and staff.
• Health Considerations: Adhering to health and hygiene standards and being mindful of

any allergies or medical conditions that students may have.

Travel Requirements • Minimal travel requirements

only for professional development at other locations as needed.

• Required Education and Experience
• Master’s degree in School Counseling or related field
• Pupil Personnel Services Credential in School Counseling

• Preferred Education and Experience
• Montessori Experience

Compensation and Benefits • Time Off

• Sick leave, paid holidays, vacation (as applicable by position),
• Retirement: 403(b) and 457 retirement plans through CalSTRS Pension2 according to California state law, California Education code and CMP policy.
• Medical,
• Dental, and
• Vision
• Insurance for
• Full
• Time
• Positions: Comprehensive coverage for you and your eligible dependents.
• Childcare
• Support: Access to free before and after care through Club M for employees with students enrolled at a CMP campus (subject to availability; application fees apply).
• Flexible
• Spending
• Accounts (FSA): Options for health care and dependent care.
• Employee
• Assistance
• Program (EAP): Confidential support for personal or work-related challenges.
• Mental
• Health
• Support: Access to Nivati, a mental health platform offering counseling, coaching, and wellness tools.

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of California Montessori Project to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. This policy applies to all employment practices including recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotion, training, and termination.

Other Duties

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

How To Apply

• Please submit all items below for your application to be considered.
• Copy of Transcripts
• Credential Copy (PPS or PPS intern - please include document number)
• Letter of Introduction
• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Please provide three current letters of recommendation/reference that attest to your professional skills and abilities.)
• Resume