College and Career Counselor

Who are we

Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy is an open-enrollment public charter school serving K through 9th grades.

The mission of Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy will be to create a safe healthy

and student-centered learning environment that cultivates the knowledge skills and

competence in computer science necessary for academic excellence STEM careers and

character development.

Kenilworth Science and Technology Academys vision is to prepare students for high school

college and competitive career opportunities through an innovative approach computer science

education for all and a challenging STEM-focused curriculum with the goal of empowering

students to become productive and responsible citizens. Our mission and vision are essential to

driving our students success. Furthermore we recognize a need for a pathway to academic

excellence and a STEM-focused curriculum with computer science education that will increase

future college and job opportunities for a population of students who are historically

underserved.

Why Kenilworth

Because;

• We believe being a teacher also means making a difference in a childs life. You will make a difference at Kenilworth!
• Kenilworth teachers get unlimited support. Their only focus should be on educating their students not worrying about limited resources.
• Kenilworth provides teachers with opportunities to grow. Teachers are part of the leadership team and the decision-making process.
• At Kenilworth teachers dont teach blind. They have all the necessary equipment and resources to give effective data-driven instruction.

Kenilworth teachers are expected to be professional positive and dedicated

• Our teachers are expected to be professional which includes being punctual; ethical; professionally dressed; and respectful of students parents colleagues and supervisors.
• Kenilworth teachers must be willing to accept feedback attend all professional development opportunities make use of data to guide instruction submit complete lesson plans on time and take responsibility for his/her students results.
• Kenilworth hires teachers with a positive attitude which includes believing in their students having high expectations of students being a problem-solver being passionate and enthusiastic about work.
• Kenilworth teachers maintain a calm orderly and clean classroom environment support their colleagues & school management and embrace change.
• Kenilworth teachers must be accessible outside of the school must support students with extracurricular activities are willing to provide after school tutoring small group instruction teach at Saturday and Summer School attend all events.
• Kenilworth teachers must love their students and be willing to make a difference in their lives.

Responsibilities

oUnderstands and supports the mission vision and values of KSTA.
oProvides college and career counseling to students through planned activities in small group or classroom settings to
convey educational social and important school information and offers workshops/seminars for parents.
o Creates access to college resources and opportunities available to support students through both 1-1 and small group
meetings
o Provides individual student planning and responsive services to support students and their families regarding academic
matters
o Assists in scheduling and providing information about curriculum offerings in the program of studies to staff students and
parents.
o Develops and implements the curriculum that supports students in their exploration of career alternatives and helps them
understand the college application process.
o Assists students throughout the college and financial aid application process within the timeline and expectations set by
the district.
o Advises and coach all students through the financial aid process
o Provides feedback and recommends appropriate action and solutions to individual students academic and educational
needs and abilities.
o Guides students and others in understanding and utilizing SchooLinks the college admission data management system.
o Provides guidance and resources and teaches tools to navigate the college search and application process.
o Implements supports and maintains college transition services and activities to enhance the college matriculation
process involving orientation early alert strategies data collection analysis coordinate post-secondary decision-making
process and transition programming.
o Provides additional support for alumni to ensure a smooth transition from high school to post-secondary education
including:
o Maintaining contact with select high school graduates providing guidance/problem solving as needed;
o Assisting students who are not matriculated into a post-secondary endeavor with college/career advising; and
o Assisting with alumni data tracking.
o Prevents summer-melt problems by supporting seniors during summertime via text messages phone calls home visits
orientation events booth camps etc...
o Supports alumni during their first two years at post-secondary and organizes events to stay connected with them.
o Tracks and supports alumni financial aid applications during their first two years at the postsecondary level.
o Creates opportunities such as mentoring and networking events to connect students with their campus alumni for best
practices in regards to sharing their college and career aspirations and future plans
o Supports campus college and career partnership efforts to create career development opportunities for students.

o Organizes transitional programs activities and workshops for seniors so that they may be well prepared for their post-
secondary education and career.

o Organizes campus alumni-led college and career panels and talks to increase high school students college and career-
going identity.

o Prepares and disseminates materials regarding college transition and matriculation; coordinate matriculation process
across the campus.
o Works effectively as a member of the College and Career team at the campus and attend all the meetings s/he is required
to attend.
o Maintains a collaborative team with consistent communication flow to all key stakeholders and teammates
o Participates in and effectively prepare for regular one-on-one check-ins with DCC.
o Assists students/parents in understanding school mission and vision regarding postsecondary education.
o Supports and attends appropriate college and career activities and events organized in the campus/district
o Supports the campus to maintain positive alumni relations events such as social events reunions and campus visit
events
o Provides college success coaching support to campus graduates during their first two years in college to prevent college
dropout.
o Educates families about college admissions and financial aid or scholarship possibilities.
o Educates students on appropriate interviewing techniques self-assessment tools and application essay writing
techniques
o Completes Texas OnCourse during their first year.
o Coordinates school college trips.
o Attends IEP SBLC meetings.
o Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution required
• Minimum 2 years of teaching or counseling experience(Preferred)
• High School Teaching experience (Preferred)
• Valid LA Counseling Certification(Preferred)
• Experience in a K-12 classroom setting.(Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Mission Advocacy: Actively supports and communicates the mission vision and core values of Kenilworth Science and Technology Academy to all stakeholders.

• Comprehensive Counseling: Provides college and career guidance through workshops small groups and classroom activities to help students explore post-secondary options.

• Planning & Scheduling: Assists with individual student academic planning and provides detailed information regarding curriculum offerings and graduation pathways to staff and parents.

• Post-Secondary Transition: Manages transition services including orientation events and early alert strategies to help students successfully matriculate into college.

• Professional Collaboration: Works effectively within the campus team attending mandatory meetings (such as IEP and SBLC) and maintaining open communication with parents and administrators.

Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of curriculum and instruction
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms with all levels of management.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to navigate web-related applications and technology.
• Ability to instruct students using a variety of technology applications and platforms.
• Ability to instruct students and manage student behavior.

Benefits

• Up to $60K starting salary
• Health Dental Vision Life and Disability Insurance 100% paid
• 5% contribution to 403b Retirement Plan
• Merit-based pay
• Extra compensation for after school Saturday and summer school.