School Counselor-RBC Middle School; Anticipated

School Counselor - RB Chamberlin Middle School Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Principal and Director of Pupil Services, to provide students, parents, administrators, and other teaching staff with information on career and or educational opportunities; administer and interpret career assessment tools; and assist students in developing educational and occupational goals and plans.

• Certification/License: as a School Counselor
• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to the assignment.
• Masters Degree preferred.

The following duties are representative of performance expectations. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• Consults with staff to identify, implement, and evaluate guidance services.
• Upholds Board policies and follows administrative procedures.
• Promotes a favorable image of the school district.
• Assists the Principal with the development of the master schedule as directed.
• Assists with the coordination of summer school programs when offered.
• Facilitates the transition process for students entering or leaving the program. Provides student orientation and follow‑up services.
• Provides information services to parents and students (e.g., testing procedures, program options, promotion/graduation requirements, etc.).
• Helps students understand why learning is important.
• Assists students with the development of appropriate study skills.
• Conducts guidance classes. Helps students better understand themselves and others. Helps students understand their personal responsibility for setting goals and achieving success.
• Collaborates with teachers on student’s career planning activities.
• Implements effective classroom management procedures. Maintains high standards and upholds the student conduct code.
• Develops and maintains a positive learning environment. Stimulates student interest. Helps parents and students understand academic and behavioral objectives.
• Communicates high expectations and shows an active interest in student progress.
• Helps students develop critical‑thinking, problem‑solving, and creativity skills.
• Incorporates the effective use of available technology in guidance and records management activities. Upholds computer technology acceptable use policies.
• Helps students take full advantage of the learning environment (e.g., access and proximity to activities, use of adaptive equipment, etc.).
• Coordinates testing programs. Interprets test results. Helps teachers identify interventions and program adaptations to assist students experiencing learning difficulties.
• Maintains accurate records and submits reports on time.
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Conducts group counseling sessions as needed to address student concerns (e.g., grief, socialization, personal behaviors, conflict mediation, etc.).
• Provides individual counseling to help students resolve personal, social, educational, and/or career development problems.
• Serves as a resource for drug prevention awareness and intervention activities.
• Helps staff address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at‑risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.).
• Works with community services associated with students’ programs (e.g., law enforcement, health care facilities, child welfare services, etc.).
• Consults with parents on a regular basis (e.g., telephone calls, messages, etc.).
• Consults with teachers regarding student concerns.
• Schedules home and work site visits when necessary to support program goals.
• Reports evidence of suspected child abuse as required by law.
• Participates in student assistance team meetings. Works with the team to reach a consensus on a plan for the identified student.
• Supports a full range of educational options. Helps staff resolve problems related to the participation of students with disabilities in appropriate peer group activities.
• Takes precautions to ensure student safety. Does not leave students unsupervised.
• Provides crisis intervention services. Assists in district‑wide…