The role includes providing counseling, supporting student wellbeing, contributing to preventive programs, and collaborating with staff and families to ensure a safe, supportive learning environment, while upholding the school’s expectations, ethos, and culture.
Key Responsibilities
1. Student Support
Provide individual and group counseling
Support students with emotional, behavioral, and social needs
Develop and implement individual student support plans
Support transition and onboarding of new students
Provide support in crisis situations
2. Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
Design and implement social-emotional learning initiatives
Deliver classroom-based SEL sessions where appropriate
Support development of self-regulation, emotional awareness, and interpersonal skills
3. Collaboration with Staff
Advise teachers on student wellbeing and behavior strategies
Support classroom management approaches
Participate in student support and intervention meetings
4. Parent Engagement
Conduct parent consultations
Provide guidance on student wellbeing and development
Participate in meetings with families when required
5. Assessment and Monitoring
Conduct psychological assessments within scope of practice and RK regulations
Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and well-organized documentation, including:
student files
meeting notes
individual and group session records
student support meeting minutes
Monitor and review student progress
6. Safeguarding and Compliance
Contribute to safeguarding and child protection procedures
Maintain strict confidentiality of all student information and records
Ensure secure storage and handling of all documentation in line with school policies
Ensure compliance with school policies, including the KIS Staff Handbook
Support and uphold the school’s expectations, ethos, and culture in all aspects of professional practice
Qualifications and Requirements
Degree in Psychology or Educational Psychology
Eligibility to work as a psychologist under Republic of Kazakhstan regulations
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience (preferred)
Knowledge of child and adolescent development
Skills and Competencies
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to build trust with students, staff, and parents
Professional judgment and ethical practice
Ability to work collaboratively within a school setting
Language Requirements
Proficiency in English (required)
Knowledge of Russian and Kazakh
Working Conditions
Work with students across Early Years to Grade 9
Collaboration across Primary and Secondary divisions
Participation in school meetings and professional activities
Accountability / Performance Indicators
The School Psychologist / Social-Emotional Counselor is accountable for the following:
Student Support & Wellbeing
Timely response to student referrals and emerging concerns
Evidence of impact of interventions on student wellbeing and behavior
Effective tracking of student cases and follow-up actions
Documentation & Compliance
Maintenance of accurate, complete, and up-to-date student records
Clear documentation of:
counseling sessions
meeting notes
student support plans
student support meeting minutes
Compliance with confidentiality and data protection requirements
Collaboration & Communication
Regular and effective communication with teachers and leadership
Constructive engagement with parents
Active participation in student support meetings
Program Implementation
Delivery and development of SEL initiatives across the school
Evidence of proactive (preventive) work, not only reactive support
Contribution to a positive school culture and student wellbeing
Professional Conduct
Adherence to the KIS Staff Handbook
Upholding the school’s expectations, ethos, and culture
Demonstrating professional ethics and confidentiality at all times
We Offer
Official employment in accordance with local labor legislation.
Working schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Stable position in a reputable educational institution.
Supportive and professional working environment.