Job Description
Academic Development
- Advising a student on credits required to successfully complete the .
- Monitoring students’ overall academic performance and collaborating with staff members to develop necessary academic supports for students.
- Consulting with individual students/parents to discuss academic gaps and research potential supports or interventions.
- Delivering core curriculum lessons that are aligned to the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors standards that equip students with the necessary test-taking, time management and/or organization tools to be successful.
- Advising students on dual enrollment opportunities and/or early/middle college opportunities.
Career Development
- Through classroom, small group, and individual student planning, assisting students in developing a post-secondary plan, also known as an Educational Development Plan, that is required for all students starting seventh grade.
- Providing resources to students to engage in career exploration opportunities.
- Delivering career assessments and core curriculum lessons aligned to the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors that assist students in identifying personal characteristics that lead to potential career opportunities.
- Assisting students in post-secondary research to identify training/educational opportunities that lead to the necessary skills/certifications/licensure to pursue a career.
- Facilitating college representative visits, military exploration opportunities and financial aid workshops/assistance for students and parents, as well as organizing and delivering college fairs.
- Advising students on potential Career and Technical Education opportunities that provide them with career exploration, work-based learning experiences and opportunities to earn certifications and credentials leading to entry-level employment.
Social/Emotional Development
- Providing responsive services to meet the needs of students, including individual, group and crisis response counseling.
- Assisting students in developing positive relationships with peers and adults.
- Assisting students who may be experiencing difficult life circumstances.
- Connecting students and families with community resources through referrals.
- Assisting students in developing healthy coping strategies for successful school and life transitions.
- Assisting students in developing interpersonal communication skills.
- Delivering core curriculum lessons aligned to the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors that equip students to become positive members of their school and community.
Advocacy and Leadership
- Advocating for school counseling programs and positive learning environments that focus on student learning and achievement by collaborating and connecting with teachers, administrators, staff, parents, and the community.
- Demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
- Leading professional development activities for other educators.
- Providing leadership by articulating ways in which school counseling contributes to student achievement.
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