Student Advisor

ESC Region 12 • Marlin, TX

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About The Position

The Student Advisor is responsible for the placement and testing of students in the educational environment. This role serves as a support for the campus and provides assistance and coaching to teachers and staff for instructional improvement, classroom discipline, and overall campus improvement.

Requirements

• Master's degree from a college or university accredited by an organization recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or by the United States Department of Education (USDE).
• Standard School Counselor certificate issued by SBEC or University approval for issuance of an Intern or Probationary School Counselor certificate.
• State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC) Mid-Management/Administrator/Principal Certificate, or other appropriate administrative certificate or be eligible for a probationary certification.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to convey ideas and instructions clearly and concisely.
• Knowledge of school district organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
• Skill to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to organize and maintain accurate records.
• Ability to demonstrate effectiveness as a professional role model.

Responsibilities

• Identify, assess, and enroll students in programming most conducive to their educational needs.
• Maintain a suitable number of students per class by placing students in appropriate programs.
• Support district-wide goals and objectives for school and organizational climate and comply with district policies in the placement of students.
• Provide teachers and students with effective resources and assessments for college and career planning, development, and readiness.
• Advise students regarding educational decisions and disseminate program information.
• Maintain status as General Educational Development (GED) examiner, and coordinate the unit testing program, including, but not limited to, GED, educational achievement (EA), and vocational testing, as warranted.
• Develop working relationships with teachers and assist them in effectively addressing student misconduct.
• Assist the principal with campus leadership to include but not limited to; providing staff development, represent campus at TDCJ and/or WSD meetings, monitoring campus accountability and Campus Improvement Plan development and monitoring.
• Serve as representative of administration, as appropriate, for Admission, Review and Dismissal committees and any other committees determining student placement.
• Serve cooperatively with unit Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) administration and staff.
• Attend and participate in staff development provided by the district and other agencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees