Counselor - High School

Little Rock School District•Little Rock, AR

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The Counselor - High School position is responsible for developing, implementing, and supporting a building-level guidance program focused on addressing student needs, particularly those struggling academically. This role involves specific programs designed to meet identified needs and is a 10-month teaching contract (205 days) with a benefits package. The precise salary placement will be determined by experience and LRSD's salary placement guidelines.

Requirements

A master’s degree in secondary counseling and certification by the Arkansas Department of Education.
Arkansas certification in Guidance & Counseling 7-12.
At least five (5) years’ experience as a teacher and/or counselor.
Evidence of experience in working with students struggling academically.
Evidence of strong organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills.
Evidence of a strong commitment to quality desegregated education.
Must have the ability to work for the duration of the daily contracted time period, and to be physically present and at assigned work, with only infrequent unexcused absences, during the contract year.

Nice To Haves

Such alternatives and additions to the above qualifications may be deemed appropriate by the Superintendent.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.
Additional technical skills, knowledge, and abilities may be recommended by immediate supervisor and approved by the Human Resources Director.

Responsibilities

Provides leadership in developing, implementing, and evaluating a building level guidance plan that is based on the needs and characteristics of the student population served.
Participates in creating an environment conducive to the learning and growth of the identified children.
Helps students grow in self-understanding and in positive maximum use of their potential.
Assists parents and school staff in understanding the developmental needs of all students, and works with parents and staff in meeting the individual needs of students in the school environment.
Formulates, clarifies, and interprets the goals and objectives of the school counseling program to pupils, building staff, parents, and the community.
Implements research-based materials and strategies targeted at closing the achievement gap.
Initiates partnering with local institutions of higher education to remediate students while they are in high school in order that they are college and career ready upon graduation from high school.
Assists in developing and implementing interim assessments to monitor students’ progress toward proficiency on the state benchmark assessments.
Assists in obtaining materials, supplies, and equipment, including Technology, to be used in supporting approved instructional programs for struggling students.
Promotes effective utilization of school and community resources in program development and implementation.
Assists students, staff, and parents in interpreting and using pertinent information relating to the educational and psychosocial needs of pupils.
Participates in curriculum development and change.
Maintains and improves professional competence.
Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required.