High School Counselor
About The Position
The High School Counselor position reports to the Chief Academic Officer and is accountable for providing a comprehensive academic and counseling program designed to address the educational, social, emotional and occupational needs of all students. The High School Counselor will work in coordination with the site teachers and principals to guide and counsel individuals and groups of students through the development of educational and career plans. We are looking for someone who insists on maintaining a positive attitude and enjoys supporting a diverse group of people. This job is for you if you will support the Five Keys mission by creating a work environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking through an equity lens. In addition, you will contribute to our appreciation of diversity and foster a climate of multicultural understanding. This position supports the Five Keys Alameda Academic Programs, plus multiple sites and counties throughout the NorCal region; hours may vary from 7am - 8pm.
Requirements
- Working familiarity with student assessment tools, especially in evaluating and interpreting standardized test results
- Advanced proficiency in MS Office, Google Workspace, and databases
- Knowledge of educational software
- PPS credential required
- BA/BS degree preferred or combination of education and experience
- Minimum 2 years of strong administrative experience, preferably in education
- Must wear provided PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and adhere to all safety guidelines and requirements, when needed
- Must live in Northern or Southern California where Five Keys operates
- Must be willing and able to work in a correctional facility, travel throughout the area to community sites, and travel state-wide to various locations or meetings as needed
- Satisfactory results of a Live Scan (criminal background investigation)
- Successfully obtaining jail clearance for positions working in county jails or probation locations
- Submitting proof of clear TB results. Results dated within 60 days prior to hire date are acceptable
Nice To Haves
- Teaching credential preferred
Responsibilities
- Advises and counsels students regarding academic, educational, and career planning
- Ensure all prospective students have been assessed prior to placement to appropriate credentialed teacher
- Collaboration with student and teacher to complete Master ISP Agreement
- Assists online students with account activation
- Provides individual student planning and responsive services to support students and their families regarding academic matters
- Consults, facilitates, and maintains communication with parents, teachers, principals, administrators, and pertinent agents on specific student and parent academic and educational matters including academic modifications and/andor accommodations
- Collaborates with the attendance team to assure students are attending classes regularly and participates in all intervention meetings on the students’ behalf
- Participates on a Student Success Team, identifies students who may need targeted or intensive services, and coordinates with behavioral health specialists
- Teaches Academic classes and provides Academic counseling to students through planned activities in small group or classroom settings to convey educational, social, and important school information
- Provides feedback and recommends appropriate action and solutions to individual student’s academic and educational needs and abilities
- Assists students/parents in understanding school policies and procedures
- Remains universally accessible and makes an effort to know every Canvas student for whom they are responsible
Benefits
- Very low monthly costs for medical insurance
- Dental, vision and life insurance premiums paid by Five Keys
- Various pre-tax flexible spending accounts
- Retirement account 403b
- Generous time off
- Annual reimbursement up to $100 towards gym membership, smoking cessation and weight loss programs
- Annual reimbursement up to $50 towards annual athletic event participation and annual massage after 6 months of employment
- FREE access to wellness-related apps
- Employee Assistance Program
- Comprehensive mental health care platform for you and your dependents
- Ongoing professional development opportunities including conferences, staff development training, and coaching plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
