Horizon Area_ Counselor , Part-Time; Montclair ES

Horizon Area_ Counselor I, Part-Time (Montclair ES)

Join to apply for the Horizon Area_ Counselor I, Part-Time (Montclair ES) role at DeKalb County School District
. The position is located at Montclair Elementary School and is a part-time role providing counseling services to students.

Salary Grade/Schedule
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Salary Schedules
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Title:
Counselor I, Part-time

Responsibilities
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Provide comprehensive support to students through social-emotional guidance, academic advising, and career exploration while coordinating Section 504 plans and collaborating with faculty, parents, and community resources to ensure a positive learning environment and promote student success. Perform work independently under moderate supervision, applying foundational knowledge to perform the job effectively.

Essential Functions

• Develop and deliver comprehensive counseling programs, including social-emotional learning, academic advising, and career planning.
• Coordinate and oversee Section 504 plans to ensure teacher awareness of student accommodations and needs.
• Evaluate and interpret educational documents such as transcripts for student placement.
• Provide scheduling assistance to students.
• Provide individual and group counseling services to address issues ranging from academic performance to personal development.
• Consult with teachers, parents, and administrators to support student success.
• Monitor students' progress toward graduation by tracking attendance and academic performance.
• Advocate for students' needs with crisis intervention and conflict resolution when necessary.
• Implement counseling services in alignment with state standards as well as district policies.
• Identify and resolve minor problems as they arise.
• Suggest minor modifications as appropriate to processes to enhance the performance of the department.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Education and/or Experience

Master’s Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Education or closely related area is required.
Minimum of two (2) years counseling, at-risk youth casework or closely related experience is required.

Certificates, Licenses, Permits

• Valid Professional Standards Commission approved certificate in guidance and counseling at level S-5 or above required.

DeKalb County School District is an equal opportunity employer, and all hiring decisions are subject to federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.