Schools Out 11 Counselor

South Burlington School District

About South Burlington School District:

At South Burlington School District we believe in supporting the whole employeeinside and outside the workplace. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes amazing competitively priced health insurance dental coverage sick time professional time and other leaves. Additionally we offer a robust retirement plan which for educators is through VT State Teachers Retirement; and for other staff consists of a 403b plan with up to 6% provided by the district. Employees may also enjoy professional development opportunities tuition reimbursement wellness initiatives Employee Assistance Programs and meaningful work that directly impacts student success and community growth.

Job Title: Schools Out One to One Counselor

Location: District/Assigned Schools Out Location

Job Group: Non-Union Support Staff/Schools Out

Pay Level: Non-Exempt Grade 6

Reports To: Schools Out Site Director

Summary: Supervises assigned student and helps to maintain a safe engaging learning environment. Engages assigned student in appropriate behavior; works to co-regulate guides and models social emotional skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: other duties may be assigned as needed.

1. Implements a curriculum that focuses on students independence and ability to function within groups.
2. Supervises student(s) to ensure a safe and enjoyable environment exists for all students. Implements appropriate techniques to co-regulate guide and model social emotional behavior.
1. Supports student social emotional learning by modeling language and skills.
2. Co-regulates with students who may struggle with self-regulation.
3. Follows district policies and procedures to include but not limited to: instructional techniques communication plans and behavior management.
4. Reports any significant incidents to the supervisor.
3. Cooperates with classroom teachers co-workers parents and others to ensure that activities are appropriate for assigned student(s). Adjusts activities when accommodations may be needed.
4. Provides recommendations for enhancing student engagement student program plan. Provides feedback on student progress and needs.
5. Actively participates in department student planning and committee meetings or may attend meetings (e.g. PBIS) as requested by the supervisor. Proactively models positive constructive behavior to others.
6. Participates in training and professional development that is deemed necessary by the Schools Out Program Administrator and in compliance with the District and the Agency of Human Services licensing regulations.
7. Remains current on district programs and best practices in the profession; may be required to attend training.

Education and/or Experience: Associates Degree or sixty (60) or more college-level credits is preferred. Two or more years of successful experience in a school setting and work with special needs students is preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of disabilities laws teaching principles and methods and instructional programming is helpful.

Certificates Licenses Registrations: Certified in First Aid Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) and Second Step Basic Specialized Care and maintained Advanced Specialized Care Certification annually. Trained in Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS).

Other Skills and Abilities: Demonstrated knowledge in instructional strategies developmental learning communication strategies use of age-appropriate materials and specialized instructional techniques (vocational skills social skills speech-language skills.) Knowledge of learning disabilities cognitive impairments autism spectrum disorders and communication impairments. Knowledge of special education teaching methods theories and laws. Good understanding of standard classroom operations and teaching methods; good ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form and demonstrated active listening and advocacy skills. Ability to plan organize and manage time effectively. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all District requirements and Board policies. Demonstrated ongoing commitment to workplace diversity sustainability and delivering exceptional customer service.

Why Join SBSD

*Supportive colleagues and leadership

*Strong commitment to diversity equity and inclusion

*Professional growth and advancement

*Comprehensive benefits

*Meaningful work that impacts students daily