Teacher - School Counselor - Middle

Job Summary

Provides counseling services for students by designing and implementing a multilayered comprehensive and accountable guidance program in which equity access and academic success for all students is the focus. Employs a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved. Strives to implement by instruction and action the Districts philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives.

New Hire Only School Counselor Incentives as of 7/1/23 (Rehires are not eligible)

$5000 Hiring Bonus

$1500 Moving Stipend

$1000 Hardto Staff Supplement

$1000 Career Ladder Supplement

Essential Functions

1. Designs and implements a datadriven comprehensive guidance program to meet the academic career and social/personal needs of students at the school as outlined in the District School Counseling Plan. Supervises the maintenance and procedures regarding student records.
2. Conducts classroom guidance activities focused on academic career and social emotional learning.
3. Monitors each students State Assessment requirements and course requirements for promotion and/or graduation.
4. Implements in conjunction with teachers and staff the district career program to provide for students information on curriculum and specific programs; postsecondary opportunities; scholarships and financial aid; and career opportunities.
5. Makes student referrals to school and community agencies and provides regular and appropriate feedback to teachers.
6. Offers developmental and preventive individual and group counseling for all students.
7. Conducts planned articulation and orientation program for feeder schools.
8. Serves as a resource person for school staff on guidancerelated activities and techniques.
9. Coordinates district/community counseling services conducted in the school including the services of the student services team that serves the school.
10. Provides students parents and teachers with appropriate and necessary support consultative services and training.
11. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Masters Degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: None.

Certifications & Licenses:Florida Department of Education Specialization Requirements for Certification in Guidance and Counseling.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of Florida Statutes governing promotion graduation state assessment program compulsory school attendance credits Florida Virtual School and home school
Knowledge of the Individual with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Exceptional Student Education services eligibility requirements
Knowledge of Section 504 of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Knowledge of subject content
Strong oral written and interpersonal communication skills
Strong time management skills
Strong organizational skills
Strong word processing spreadsheet database and presentation software skills
Ability to plan and implement a program of study that meets the individual needs interests and abilities of students
Ability to devote additional hours beyond the workday for grading papers and preparation of lesson plans
Ability to manage students
Ability to manage multiple tasks