Enterprise Charter School (ECS) Overview:
Enterprise is a public charter school in Buffalo, New York educating children in kindergarten through eighth grade. Founded in 2003, ECS is committed to "Engaging young minds through projects and partnerships." We pursue our mission through our Charter's key design elements, with our primary focus on highly engaging project-based learning, comprehensive arts education, and individualized instruction for enrichment and acceleration. We celebrate diversity and inclusion and engage a variety of partners to support our students academically, socially, emotionally, and culturally.
Enterprise Charter School is seeking a highly qualified candidate to fill a School Counselor position for grades K-8 for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates must be NYSED certified in Guidance/School Counselor.
SCHOOL-WIDE COMPETENCIES:
- Articulates and applies historical context of racism and understands the current reality of students and communities of color in order to support racial equity
- Accountable for students' success and believes Enterprise's students must receive the highest quality education possible in order to close the achievement gap
- Relentless commitment to mission of educating Enterprise's students
- Actively demonstrates a commitment to supporting diversity, equity and inclusion
- Serves as an advocate for racial equity with the school's colleagues, parents, students, community, and external stakeholders to promote equity in education and closure of the achievement gap
- Demonstrates a racial equity mindset through awareness of biases and leads with a racial equity lens
QUALIFICATIONS
- A demonstrated interest in impacting K-8students in an urban school and community
- Ability to provide counseling for student in the areas of self-esteem, communication skills, decision-making and relationship skills
- Knowledge of when to act and the ability to make decisions quickly
- Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, teachers and other administrators
- Empathic listener that allows for students to open up and feel heard
- Assist with Crisis Intervention Services
Enterprise Charter School offers a competitive salary, health benefits and is a member of the NYS Teacher Retirement System. Position starts at $55,000 higher rate based on certifications and experience.
Enterprise Charter School is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the community we serve. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals.
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Contact Person's Name
Victoria Cruz-Verdejo
Contact Person's Title
Senior Director of Operations
Contact Person's Phone
7168552114
Contact Person's Email
victoriacruz@enterprisecharter.org