Counselor - Part Time - Kerr Center for Agriscience

Mesa USD 4-posted 1 day ago

Part-time • Mid Level

Onsite • Mesa, AZ

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The position of school counselor prepares all students for high school graduation and success through direct and indirect student services. The position is responsible for leadership, advocacy, and collaboration within and without the school to implement a preventative, proactive school counseling program, using the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model (2012). The position will promote student success through the implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program which addresses academic, career, and social-emotional needs of students. The school counselor also contributes to school wide college and career readiness efforts. Candidates must complete an on-line application which requires appropriate Arizona certification, valid IVP Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card, evidence of highly qualified status, three letters of recommendation, and transcript of credits.

Develop and manage a comprehensive school counseling program based on the ASCA National Model: A Framework for School Counseling Programs
Implement a comprehensive school counseling program based on the ASCA National Model: A Framework for School Counseling Programs, which monitors student progress and provides personalized support for students who are not on track to graduate within four years
Maintain accountability within a comprehensive school counseling program based on the ASCA National Model: A Framework for School Counseling Programs, including collaboration with the administration and faculty members to regularly make data-informed, evidence-based, counseling decisions
Serve as a systems change agent within a comprehensive school counseling program based on the ASCA National Model: A Framework for School Counseling Programs, including the development of evidence-based programming to address the priority college and career readiness needs of the school
Spend 80% or more of documented time on direct and indirect services to students. Direct services to students typically include instruction of core curriculum, group activities promoting academic and social/emotional development, individual student college and career planning, responsive services in individual or small group settings, and crisis response support. Indirect services to students typically include consultation with parents, teachers, educators, and community organizations; collaboration with educators, parents, and the community in regard to student achievement; and referrals for students and families to school or community resources
Spend 20% or less of documented time on program planning and support
Support 504 referral, evaluation, and accommodation processes for students in one’s caseload
Assist students in crisis situations and refer to district or community resources when appropriate
Remain current with federal laws, state statutes, and district policies related to college and career readiness
Remain current with postsecondary college and career opportunities and best practices, including changes to college admission and financial aid criteria (especially, but not limited to FAFSA) if applicable
Support Special Education team on a case-by-case basis when needed, including attendance at relevant IEP meetings
Thorough understanding of academic requirements that lead to high school graduation
Knowledge of college and career readiness strategies and programs as well as postsecondary options
Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Master’s Degree in School Guidance and Counseling
Valid Arizona School Counselor Certification required. Applicants must have on file in the Human Resources Department a copy of the appropriate valid certificate or evidence of eligibility to be appropriately certified by the Arizona Department of Education
Adherence to the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) standards for school counselors
Classroom teaching experience or demonstration of effective classroom instructional practices
Prior experience as a school counselor
Experience in college and career readiness work including the knowledge of academic, social emotional, and college and career development
Experience with use of technology in research, school counseling program development, management, and delivery
Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
Ability to effectively communicate (verbal and written) with parents and district personnel at all levels
Ability to develop and maintain cooperative and effective professional relationships with teachers, administrators, parents, students
Ability to work with diverse populations and cultures
Willingness to adapt to change as well as mediating between students, teachers, and parents
Time management and planning skills for managing multiple cases and implementing school wide programs
Understanding job market trends and opportunities, along with resume and college skills
Recognizing signs of mental health issues or crisis, techniques for emotional support and referral to professional services

Matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System
$500 for each full-time year of certified teaching or verified like experience
$65/hour of graduate level credits: BA +45 hours max, MA +60 hours max
$1000 for advanced degrees

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