SY : Counselor - Pasadena

Position: 25/26 SY : Counselor - Pasadena
Position:

Counselor

Department:

Campus

Supervisor:

Principal

Salary Range:

Board approved pay scale

Status:

Exempt

Travel:

As needed

Supervises:

See current RMA Board approved organizational chart

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

To assist students, parents and RMA staff in understanding graduation requirements, preparing student personal graduation plans and providing needed information to instructional and assessment staff in a way that advances student success in the classroom.

QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

* A Master's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.

* Maintains a valid current certification as a guidance counselor, which is age appropriate for the particular assignment as required by federal, state or local regulations, laws or regulatory bodies including the No Child Left Behind Act; which may also include acceptable scores on mandatory tests or other documentation meeting the requirements set forth by our organization and /or regulatory bodies for this position.

* At least three (3) years of successful teaching experience preferred, but not required.

* A demonstrated understanding of state test procedures and prior testing experience.

* Prior experience or formal training in working with "at-risk" students preferred.

* Demonstrated aptitude to perform the tasks listed below.

* A proven ability to work in a polite and friendly manner with a variety of constituencies including parents, students, and staff.

* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the district may find appropriate and acceptable.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Works with the Counselor Coordinator and Principal to develop a master schedule that meets the needs of students while preserving sound instructional practice.

* Assists students and parents in the course selection process.

* Maintains student records and protects their confidentiality.

* Works to assist students in overcoming educational handicaps.

* Works to prevent students from dropping out of school.

* Helps students evaluate career interests and choices.

* In concert with the Special Projects Director, coordinates all state testing at the site.

* Works with students, both individually and in groups, in the solution of problems related to instructional difficulties.

* Convenes parent-teacher conferences when necessary.

* Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purpose outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.

* Works with the Director of Special Populations to disseminate educational, occupational, and military information consistent with graduation goals and - when needed - IEP transition planning.

* Assists students in making application to college and other post secondary schools.

* Makes recommendations to colleges for admission and financial aid.

* Counsels students in the areas of educational and vocational planning.

* Refers students to other schools, community agencies, or professionals capable of rendering services not available at the school.

* As assigned by the State Special Projects Director prepares and trains all personnel for State Assessments per TEA guidelines as required.

* Attends /serves as the EOC Coordinator for the assigned RMA campus.

* Is responsible for the required preparation of individual Graduation Plans and updating the plan within 15 days of all earned credits and in advance of all special education ARD meetings.

* Assist the Principal with scheduling and conducting parent-student conferences at least annually regarding individual Graduation Plans. Enters/Updates all high school transcripts into Websmart system in a timely manner.

* Is a required member of the Campus Improvement Team and the campus Attendance Committee.

* Conducts/approves all schedule changes in each grading period.

* Is responsible for informing students and parents of graduation ceremonies, collecting/completing all graduation documentation for central office within the required timelines.

* Is responsible for accurately computing GPA's and Class Rankings per RMA guidelines and seeking prior approval for each by the Counselor Coordinator before communicating this…