Supervisor of Guidance and College/Career Counseling Grades 5-12; Leave Replacement Job Passaic area,New Jersey USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Supervisor of Guidance and College/Career Counseling Grades 5-12 (Leave Replacement)

- JOB DESCRIPTION - SUPERVISOR OF COUNSELING FOR GRADES 5-12, AND COLLEGE AND CAREER READINESS

Section:
Administration Date Created:
August 2023 Date Edited:
August 2023

Title:

Supervisor of Counseling for Grades 5-12, and College and Career Readiness

Reports to:

Assistant Superintendent of Student Activities and Services

Position Summary

The Supervisor of Counseling for Grades 5-12, and College and Career Readiness provides a comprehensive and continuous program in the student personnel services area.

Work Year: 12 months

Work Hours:

Full-time

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Bargaining Unit: EBPSA

Qualifications

Hold a New Jersey Administrative Certificate in accordance with the requirements of N.J.S.A. 18A:27-1 et seq., and N.J.A.C. Title 6A, Chapter 9B, as Supervisor (N.J.A.C 6A:9B-12.6).

Minimum of a master’s degree in School Counseling.

Have a minimum of five years of effective teaching or counseling experience. Additionally, two years of documented and proven leadership experience is desired but not required.

Demonstrated leadership in working with students, staff, parents, and the public.

Possess a thorough, relevant, and demonstrated knowledge and background in counseling practices.

Demonstrate success in working with people, organizational skills, ability to motivate people.

Troubleshooting:
Be able to find the root cause of issues and think logically about solutions.

Critical Thinking:
Think critically in their process of task management. This individual must discern how to prioritize tasks and personnel assignments.

Knowledge:
Possess professional knowledge and skill in developing a counseling program based on research and student needs which includes: individual counseling; group counseling; classroom guidance lessons; career development programming; mental health programming; personnel and management principles, practices, and techniques as they relate to the administration of programs, policy development, employee relations and related services; confidentiality requirements and ethical guidelines for local, state and federal laws, policies and statutes;

being skillful in coaching methodology; understanding the potentialities of educational programs and innovations; being able to use research findings and techniques in solving problems; and working with parents and interpreting the schools to the community; understand program standards; understand District organization, operations, policies and objectives; apply principles and practices of administration, supervision and training; provide training and work direction; apply appropriate codes, laws, regulations, policies and procedures;

operate a computer and assigned software and maintain records and prepare reports.

Ability:
Schedule activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data;

and utilize job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapt to changing work priorities; display tact and courtesy; establish and maintain effective working relationships;

maintain confidentiality; meet deadlines and schedules; set priorities; work as part of a team; assess, consult, and train counselors to enhance counseling skills; serve as a resource concerning counseling services and managing crises; facilitate department and program goals and objectives; analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action; supervise performance of assigned personnel and maintain consistent and punctual attendance;

communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; working as part of a team; working independently and with interruptions; and, complying with Board of Education policies and regulations.

Be self-driven, possess excellent initiative, integrity, and good moral character.

Possess the ability to work effectively and efficiently alone, and cooperatively with other personnel.

Exhibit personality traits that demonstrate interpersonal skills that relate well to students, staff, administration, parents, and the community.

Demonstrate the ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, using proper grammar and vocabulary.

Demonstrate the ability to use computers for word processing, data management, telecommunications, and other technology and/or systems relevant to the position.

Hold a valid driver’s license with no serious violations.

Provide proof of U. S. citizenship or legal resident alien…

Supervisor of Guidance and College​/Career Counseling Grades 5-12; Leave Replacement

Supervisor of Guidance and College/Career Counseling Grades 5-12; Leave Replacement