Job Description:
Glen Canyon Outdoor Academy (GCOA) is a free, public, outdoor-based charter school located in Page, AZ. GCOA serves Kindergarten through 8th grade students and is hiring for the position of School Counselor or School Social Worker. We are an EL education inspired school using a full expeditionary model to provide an outdoor themed, integrated core curriculum, facilitated through a four-day school week.
Highlights of the School Counselor or School Social Worker duties include:
Designing, implementing, and coordinating a comprehensive, data-driven school counseling program aligned with a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), and restorative practices.
Providing prevention, early intervention, and intensive support services to address students’ academic, social-emotional, and behavioral needs.
Serving as both a direct service provider and systems-level leader
Strengthening school safety by improving student well-being, reducing behavioral incidents, increasing attendance, and coordinating care with families and community agencies.
We are looking for interested candidates with an appreciation for the outdoors, enthusiasm, a growth mindset, and a collaborative and flexible attitude. Our thematic units are supported by our amazing geographic and cultural surroundings of Northern AZ, centered within what is known as the Grand Circle. Family and community engagement is prioritized to cultivate a collaborative learning environment for each child.
Valid Arizona School Counselor or School Social Worker Certificate required.
Arizona State Fingerprint Clearance Card required.
Position includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K with matching, and PTO. Compensation (Base): $53,750- $59,750 (10 month contract plus master’s degree). Additional: $3,000 relocation or hard-to-fill stipend, based on education and experience.
Additional information can be found at https://gcoacademy.org.
TO APPLY: Send cover letter and resume to SusanPilkington@gcoacademy.org.
Glen Canyon Outdoor Academy 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.