Duties
Title: High School Guidance Counselor
Qualifications:
- Master's degree in School Counseling or related field.
- Valid state licensure or certification as a school counselor.
- Knowledge of adolescent development, social-emotional learning, and counseling techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Experience working with high school students.
- Familiarity with college and career planning.
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate and acceptable.
Reports To: 6-12 Building Principal
Job Goal: To provide comprehensive guidance and counseling services to high school students, supporting their academic, social, and emotional development. Collaborate with educators, parents, and the community to promote student success and well-being.
Performance Responsibilities:
Student Support:
- Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to address students' personal, social, and emotional needs.
- Assist students in developing decision-making skills, coping strategies, and conflict resolution techniques.
- Provide crisis intervention and support during challenging situations.
Academic Planning:
- Collaborate with students to set academic goals, develop course plans, and select appropriate classes.
- Monitor students' progress toward graduation requirements and provide academic interventions.
- Assist students with credit recovery and alternative education options.
College and Career Readiness:
- Guide students through the college application process, including researching colleges, scholarships, and financial aid.
- Organize college fairs, career exploration events, and guest speaker presentations.
- Help students develop post-secondary plans aligned with their interests and goals.
Social-Emotional Learning:
- Deliver classroom lessons on topics such as stress management, self-esteem, and healthy relationships as needed.
- Provide guidance on addressing mental health challenges and refer students to appropriate resources.
- Support students in developing resilience and coping skills.
Individualized Plans:
- Create, manage, and update 504 plans for students with special needs.
- Collaborate with special education staff to ensure accommodations and support are implemented.
Data Analysis:
- Analyze student data to identify trends and patterns related to academic achievement and well-being.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of counseling programs and interventions.
Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to support students' academic and personal growth.
- Conduct parent-student-counselor conferences to discuss academic progress and post-secondary plans.
Professional Development:
- Stay current with developments in school counseling and higher education through ongoing professional development.
- Participate in school-wide initiatives aimed at enhancing student success and college/career readiness.
School-Community Relations:
- Establish partnerships with colleges, universities, and community organizations to expand opportunities for students.
- Collaborate with local agencies to connect students and families with social services.
Terms of Employment: 9 ½ months, 190 days as determined by the school calendar. Salary and benefits in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.
Evaluation: To be conducted by Building Administration.
Qualifications
Applicants must hold appropriate certification or be enrolled in certification program.
Salary/Benefits
Salary information can be found in our CBA.