School Counselor

Illinois School District U-46 • South Elgin, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide student support and guidance in learning through academic, career, and social emotional development.

Requirements

• Illinois Professional Educator License with School Counselor endorsement.
• Master's degree in related subject from an accredited university.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must exhibit willingness and capacity to use all forms of current technology.
• Must demonstrate and follow the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success.
• Displays a clear understanding of issues and trends in college admission, higher education, testing, and job placement, as well as remaining current on specific colleges, NCAA requirements, and professional practices etc.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient with the use of District software (Naviance and Infinite Campus) preferred.
• School counseling experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Establish a comprehensive four year high school course plan to support every student and provide a comprehensive roadmap that leads to dual credit, industry recognized credentials, and post-secondary opportunities.
• Show a presence and actively participate in new student registration and orientation sessions for students and parents.
• Complete and document a transcript analysis for every student in the assigned caseload (seniors by the 5th student attendance day) on an annual basis.
• Provide written documentation to the parents of those students in need of additional course credits, and their pathway to graduation, upon completion of the transcript analysis.
• Meet with or make contact with every student in assigned caseload, a minimum of two times annually, not including course registration.
• Serve as case manager for students with 504 plans, including developing, updating, and communicating the information and resources to support the plan.
• Assist students with college and related materials, including, but not limited to, scholarships, letters of recommendation, etc.
• Facilitate information sessions for students and parents regarding student course selection, testing, career trends, scholarships, and post-graduate education.
• Provide stakeholders with information including an annual school profile, parent newsletter, scholarship database, statistics on college admission, job/internship placement, and a departmental calendar summarizing the relative activities and events throughout the year.
• Monitor academic, attendance, and discipline records in collaboration with other team members to identify potentially at-risk students.
• Refer students to administration for additional support in their academic success as needed.
• Participate on student support teams (IEP's and Service Team) to problem solve, develop, and implement interventions to assist students.
• Oversee the administration and interpretation of standardized tests (including Advanced Placement).
• Provide direct support service to students individually, in small groups, and classrooms as a whole, implementing an effective referral and follow-up process as needed.
• Responsible for accurate record keeping and reporting (attendance, etc.) as requested/required by law or district policy.
• Work collaboratively with fellow counselors to finalize required departmental reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Salary and benefits as established by the Board of Education.

What This Job Offers

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