School Counselor- LA

Guidance Counselor

Assists students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the use of teacher comments, interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data. Assists students in course selections and the scheduling process. Assists in making arrangements for enrollment in summer school programs to make up noted deficiencies. Provides students with college financial aid/scholarship resources and assists with college selection (High School). Consulting Serves as a consultant to the faculty concerning matters related to guidance services. Confers with staff regarding students with problems and/or special needs. Serves as a resource person for administration in matters relating to students and guidance services; provides thorough and timely reports, data, etc. as requested by administration. Student and Parent Orientation Provides new students with an orientation and information relative to school procedures, curriculum, and extra-curricular opportunities. Participates in planning and implementing programs which contribute to a smooth transition between grade levels and/or to post-secondary education, which may include orientation programs for students and parents. Serves as a resource for information regarding the educational program, activities, and services of the school. Administration Supervises the maintenance of cumulative records for assigned students in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations as well as CSUSA policy. Provides information and prepares recommendations to colleges for admissions and scholarships as well as to potential employers and other agencies for assigned students. Maintains counseling record (i.e., summary, log) regarding conferences or other sessions with assigned students. Assessment Assists in the administration of state mandated and CSUSA assessment programs. Reviews and interprets results of assessment programs for assigned students and utilizes results for counseling purposes. Contributes to the evaluation of current curriculum offerings. Assists in developing and implementing an evaluation plan for the guidance program and utilizes results to determine strengths and areas in need of improvement. Community Strives to establish cooperative relations and makes a reasonable effort to communicate with parents when necessary and appropriate. Utilizes the resources of the community in developing and enhancing guidance services and activities. Cooperates and shares professionally with members of the staff. Assists in interpreting the Guidance Services Program within the school and community. Assists community agencies and resource people who deal with students' needs.

Qualifications and Skills

Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; support the company's values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee Handbook. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Strives to research, evaluate, and implement best practices. FLSA Overtime Category Job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent. Possession of valid certification for Guidance Counselor. Minimum three (3) years' experience of successful teaching or counseling services. Demonstrates proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS) and email communications. Successful results of criminal and employment background check. Skills Has strong time management & organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively and complete work with little supervision within agreed timeline. Possesses excellent communication skills: Oral (including presentations), Written, Interpersonal (active listening), Negotiating and Influencing. Possesses detailed knowledge of Federal, State, and local requirements for K-12 schools and charter school law.