2026-27 Counselor .80 - Explorer MS

Paradise Valley USD 69•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

The job of Counselor - Middle School is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process with specific responsibility for implementing the ASCA National Standards for Students with assigned pupils; managing the schedules and placement of assigned students; providing course curriculum, information and recommendations to students and parents; and assisting in the development of goals and plans for achievement. This job reports to Site Administrator Esse ntial Functions Analyzes transcripts for the purpose of ensuring compliance with graduation requirements. Assists students with developing their Educational/Career Action Plan for the purpose of supporting them in pursing their middle school and post middle school goals. Collaborates with internal and external personnel for the purpose of implementing and/or maintaining services and programs. Coordinates with teachers, resource specialists and/or community for the purpose of providing/receiving requested information and/or making recommendations. Counsels students, parents, and guardians (e.g. Crisis Counseling, Social Emotional Counseling, Academic Counseling, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing student success in school. Develops a variety of special programs and activities for the purpose of providing information to assist students in the successful transition from middle school to high school, and/or other continuing education. Monitors students' progress (e.g. classroom academics, PVONLINE courses, Dual enrollments, etc.) for the purpose of identifying issues and taking appropriate action for increasing student success. Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. IEP, RED, MET, 504, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions. Prepares a wide variety of materials (e.g. correspondences, financial and scholarship information, new student packets, surveys, newsletters, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information. Presents information (e.g. Career Readiness, Career Exploration, Scholarships, AVID, PVONLINE, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information and/or gaining feedback. Proctors standardized assessments and exams (e.g. AIMS, PSAT, PLAN, ASVAB, AP exams, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the security and integrity of the exam process. Reports health and safety issues to assigned administrator and appropriate agencies (e.g. fights, suspected child or substance abuse, inappropriate social behaviors, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students personal safety, a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines. Researches program eligibility requirements (e.g. financial aid, college eligibility, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date, accurate counsel to students. Responds to a wide variety of inquiries from internal and external parties (e.g. staff, parents, students, visitors, public agencies, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, facilitating communication among parties and/or providing direction. Schedules student classes for the purpose of securing appropriate placement and meeting their graduation and college eligibility requirements. Supervises assigned programs (e.g. Peer Mediation, Teen AA, Peer Tutoring, etc.) for the purpose of monitoring performance and achieving overall curriculum objectives.

Requirements

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; preparing and maintaining accurate records; planning and managing projects; using pertinent software applications.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: stages of child development; age appropriate activities/behaviors; assessment instruments and techniques.
ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; working with frequent interruptions.
Masters degree in job-related area.
Arizona Department of Education Counseling Certificate
Criminal Background Clearance
Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Nice To Haves

Job related experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Analyzes transcripts for the purpose of ensuring compliance with graduation requirements.
Assists students with developing their Educational/Career Action Plan for the purpose of supporting them in pursing their middle school and post middle school goals.
Collaborates with internal and external personnel for the purpose of implementing and/or maintaining services and programs.
Coordinates with teachers, resource specialists and/or community for the purpose of providing/receiving requested information and/or making recommendations.
Counsels students, parents, and guardians (e.g. Crisis Counseling, Social Emotional Counseling, Academic Counseling, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing student success in school.
Develops a variety of special programs and activities for the purpose of providing information to assist students in the successful transition from middle school to high school, and/or other continuing education.
Monitors students' progress (e.g. classroom academics, PVONLINE courses, Dual enrollments, etc.) for the purpose of identifying issues and taking appropriate action for increasing student success.
Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. IEP, RED, MET, 504, etc.) for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform functions.
Prepares a wide variety of materials (e.g. correspondences, financial and scholarship information, new student packets, surveys, newsletters, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
Presents information (e.g. Career Readiness, Career Exploration, Scholarships, AVID, PVONLINE, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information and/or gaining feedback.
Proctors standardized assessments and exams (e.g. AIMS, PSAT, PLAN, ASVAB, AP exams, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the security and integrity of the exam process.
Reports health and safety issues to assigned administrator and appropriate agencies (e.g. fights, suspected child or substance abuse, inappropriate social behaviors, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students personal safety, a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
Researches program eligibility requirements (e.g. financial aid, college eligibility, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date, accurate counsel to students.
Responds to a wide variety of inquiries from internal and external parties (e.g. staff, parents, students, visitors, public agencies, etc.) for the purpose of providing information, facilitating communication among parties and/or providing direction.
Schedules student classes for the purpose of securing appropriate placement and meeting their graduation and college eligibility requirements.
Supervises assigned programs (e.g. Peer Mediation, Teen AA, Peer Tutoring, etc.) for the purpose of monitoring performance and achieving overall curriculum objectives.
Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.