Guidance Counselor- K-7 (Midland)

Texas Leadership•Midland, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Provide guidance and counseling services conducive to all students achieving their individual potential academically, socially, and emotionally. This employee may be required to work with at-risk students.

Requirements

Master’s Degree Guidance and Counseling
Valid Texas counselor’s certificate
Excellent communication skills and knowledge of the types of services provided by counselors
Technology skills including computer skills, Microsoft application
Minimum of two years of teaching experience

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the School Director and Campus Principal to develop a written guidance plan outlining specific areas of responsibility, annual school guidance program goals, and activities for attaining goals.
Coordinate the administration of the standardized testing program for the campus and interpret results for students, parents, and professional personnel.
Consult with teachers and other staff members to promote maximum learning in the classroom.
Demonstrate skill in coaching staff and teachers, provide technical assistance to instructional staff concerning counseling and guidance.
Collaborate with teachers and administration to develop student improvement plans to assist students in reaching their academic potential.
Work with teachers to develop student improvement plans that will assist students in developing their academic potential.
Develop a guidance plan incorporating academic success, personal/social growth, and college and career information.
Promote and support efforts to help each student develop problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Keep informed of and comply with federal, state, district, and school policies for public school guidance and counseling.
Keep informed of graduation requirements and TLCA curriculum.
Demonstrate responsibility for the accurate certification of graduation requirements including state testing for assigned students.
Works with the School Director and Campus Principal to develop a master schedule and create student schedules.
Coding of at-risk students in PEIMS before the snapshot date the last week of October.
As the 504 Coordinator, arrange and lead 504 meetings with parents and teachers of students to set accommodations necessary for student success.
As the Campus Testing Coordinator: Serve as a liaison between the district testing coordinator and campus personnel for test-related communications. Monitor and maintain test security Designate and train test administrators Prepare and distribute test materials on the campus Prepare test materials for return to the district testing coordinator at the conclusion of test administrations. Coordinate online administration activities on the campus.
Develop long-range and short-range plans for a complete guidance program based on the needs and expectations of the populations to be served.
Collaborate with campus administration on crisis management planning.
Provide staff training as assigned.
Assist students in learning appropriate school behavior and in developing self-understanding and social skills through individual and group guidance and counseling activities.
Work with students and their parents to develop educational and occupational plans.
Conduct student registration activities
Review or supervise review of student transcripts for accuracy and correct course placement.
Provide information to students and parents about course offerings, college, financial aid, and careers.
Assist students and parents with postsecondary planning during guidance lessons, presentations, and individual academic conferences.
Maintain accurate information about graduation requirements, course offerings, and program options.
Assist students with application for postsecondary education including letters of recommendation as requested.
Assist students and parents in awareness of and application processes for scholarship
Assist in placement of students in special programs.
Provide individual and group counseling for students and consult with their parents concerning problems that interfere with learning.
Attend and participate in college updates.
Develop professional skills appropriate to guidance and counseling.
Develop a base of knowledge concerning college admission requirements and appropriate academic planning.
Network with other professionals to increase knowledge of academic planning and college admission.
Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible and serve as a role model for all district staff.
Attend and participate in all required district counseling and guidance professional development opportunities.
Disseminate ideas and information to other professionals; provide leadership in addressing the challenges facing the profession.
Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of TLCA and follow directives from superiors.
Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor.
Perform other functions that may be assigned by administration and/or supervisor.
Communicate clearly the district’s needs and programs to the parents and the community and respond to their concerns in a timely manner.
Refer parent(s) or guardian(s) to appropriate community resources
Maintain and be aware of community resources, referrals, and other assistance available to students and families.
Take an active role in communicating the district’s guidance program to the community.
Maintain a respectful and professional demeanor and communication style with students, parents, and staff.