Guidance Counselor

Tractor Supply Company

2d • $52,000 - $56,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Tallahassee State College (TSC) is seeking a dedicated Guidance Counselor for Tallahassee Collegiate Academy (TCA). This full-time position involves implementing a comprehensive school counseling program to assist students in acquiring skills and knowledge for maximum achievement in a safe learning environment. The role focuses on academic, career, and personal/social development, aiming to narrow the achievement gap and foster a culture conducive to learning. The counselor will advocate for students, collaborate with stakeholders, and provide leadership in student success initiatives.

Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling
• State of Florida School Certification in School Counseling (grades PK-12)

Nice To Haves

• Served as a school counselor at the high school level
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience of the Florida High School Graduation requirements
• Served as the dual-enrollment coordinator at the high school level
• Experience with dual enrollment course planning and communication with post-secondary institutions, deadlines and processes
• Previously served as a 504-coordinator

Responsibilities

• Implements the comprehensive school counseling program as outlined in the Schools Professional Counselor plan.
• Acts as an advocate for all students.
• Works in collaboration with other stakeholders in narrowing the achievement gap.
• Provides professional leadership to establish a culture conducive to learning.
• Counsels individual and/or small groups of students with academic, career and personal/social Concerns.
• Assists students in developing a plan for achieving educational, career, and personal/social goals.
• Works with Assistant Principal on student scheduling needs.
• Serves as the dual-enrollment liaison between the high school and the college.
• Implements dual-enrollment degree pathway plans for individual students.
• Consults with a variety of school-based teams to facilitate appropriate placement decisions to enhance student achievement, which includes but is not limited to exceptional student education staffing, 504 Determination Meetings, and MTSS/Problem-Solving Team.
• Serves as the 504 Program lead and serves as the lead for the school’s weekly student intervention meetings.
• Serves as the graduation coach for the school.
• Confers with classroom teachers, administration, support staff, community agencies and parents regarding students and their needs.
• Provides support to teachers in the delivery of counseling program related curriculum.
• Completes suicide risk assessments when needed as according to law.
• Serves with the Dean of Students as part of the Mental Health Team.
• Communicates with community agencies on behalf of students when needed including but not limited to: mental health resources; homeless student resources,; second harvest resources; DCF contacts and resources.
• Coordinates with school and community agencies to broaden students’ resources.
• Seeks resources necessary to achieve school goals.
• Guides individuals/groups of students through the development of educational plans, career awareness and personal/social growth issues.
• Identifies and disaggregates critical data, such as grades, test scores, attendance, promotion rates, graduation and postsecondary enrollment rate.
• Uses data to develop strategies to positively impact students.
• Follows guidelines of the national, state and district standards for professional school counselors.
• Adheres to ethical and legal professional standards.
• Uses appropriate technology for counseling services.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive State of Florida benefits, including retirement through the Florida Retirement System
• Opportunities for professional development
• Generous leave policy, including paid holidays plus winter and spring breaks
• Collaborative and inspiring campus community
• Tuition waivers program for continuous learning
• Free access to TSC athletics, fine arts, and performing arts events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level