Academic Counselor; Berry

Counselor

To support all students in their personal, academic, and career development through responsive services, guidance and individual planning so that they can reach their full potential as adults and members of the community.

Counselor Certification Required

Education/Certification:

Master's Degree Texas Teacher Certificate Counselor Certificate

Training in the fields of child abuse, parent education, ADD/ADHD, divorce, victimization, self-esteem, social skills, conflict resolution, communication skills (SIS), Sec. 504, At-Risk, Dyslexia, bullying, suicide and decision making skills

Knowledge in the areas of collecting and reporting PEIMS data

Exhibit excellent communication, public relations, and interpersonal skills

Possess knowledge and understanding of basic computer operations

Possess general knowledge of scheduling/registration process

Ability to meet established deadlines and to maintain accurate records

Have knowledge and understanding of the Policies and Procedures of the MISD

Exhibit highly effective organizational and consensus building skills

Possess knowledge and understanding of the schedule change process, organizational development, conflict resolution, current mental health concerns presenting in schools, and assessment skills

Successful experience as a classroom teacher

Reporting PEIMS data accurately and on time (For High School Counselors)

Verify campus data submitted to TEA and submit corrections in a timely manner

Provide individual and group counseling to students as needed and appropriate

Lead developmentally appropriate guidance activities, adhering to state and district guidelines

Plan and conduct orientation programs for incoming students in order to prepare and assist them in transitioning to a new campus

Plan and conduct scheduling and registration of students

Provide support and consultation to teachers in their interactions with students

Provide support and consultations to parents concerning the personal, academic, and career development of their students

Collaborate with assistant principals concerning the attendance and behavior concerns of students

Work closely with the school nurse concerning the health needs of students, and in incidents of child abuse

Cooperate with teachers in making special education referrals to the ARD committee

Serve as a 504 Case Manager for selected students

Interpret data with students and parents

Assist students and their parents in locating available and appropriate referral sources, and maintain cooperative working relationships with these community agencies

Provide yearly professional development to campus staff in the areas of recognizing and reporting child abuse, Section 504 and suicide prevention, and others areas as appropriate

Assist students with completing the financial aid process, and the admission process at their selected college or university

Support students with questions and concerns regarding post-secondary options

Support district initiatives to address summer melt

Work with Advanced Academics Specialist to complete the application process for dual credit (For High School Counselors)

Assist with resolving conflicts with master schedule

Perform other duties as assigned.

Clerical Aides and student workers as assigned (For Middle School & High School Counselors)

Mental Demands:
Communicating well, making multiple decisions regarding students' educational, physical, and emotional well being, and maintaining emotional control under stress

Physical demands/environmental factors:
Extended hours of interpersonal relationships Prolonged and irregular hours Extended periods of computer data entry