Career Guidance Counselor for Student Growth & Transitions

Easter Seals New Hampshire, Inc.; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Easter Seals New Hampshire, Inc. seeks a Guidance Counselor to promote student career development through academic, personal, and social growth within the Easterseals Educational Program.

You will manage records, map educational plans, and collaborate with teachers to create engaging curriculum and post-secondary opportunities. The role requires a Master’s in Education or School Counseling, plus state Guidance Counselor certification and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Education or School Counseling.
• Two (2) years + experience in education, particularly career planning and pre-employment.
• Guidance Counselor Education certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Promote and enhance student career development through academic, personal, and social growth.
• Manage student records including transcripts and course selection to meet individual needs and goals.
• Conduct orientation activities for new students as assigned by the Director of Education.
• Assist students in mapping and developing an educational plan with the collaborative teams.
• Provide projects in collaboration with teachers that are tailored to each student’s ability.
• Provide consultation to staff members regarding State Frameworks for Learning.
• Assist in preparing, ordering, and evaluating curriculum for courses.
• Provide students opportunities to explore post secondary options.
• Prepare exiting transcripts and letters of recommendations.
• Develop outline and description of courses that are designed to met the requirements of each students IEP and capitalize on students interest.
• Strong behavior management skills to manage classroom crisis situations.
• Keep accurate grade reports.
• Provide student advocacy and career counseling.
• Attend teacher meetings and other meetings as scheduled.
• Responsible for documentation and student reports as requested.
• Support and participate in the implementation and practice of Collaborative Problem Solving.
• Provide resources for teachers and families related to independent living, post graduate opportunities and community participation for students.
• Create and manage job shadowing and pre-employment skills training with assigned students.

Skills

Career counseling

Student advocacy

Behavior management

Record keeping

Education

Master's Degree in Education or School Counseling

Guidance Counselor Certification

Valid driver's license

Job description

Easter Seals New Hampshire, Inc. seeks a Guidance Counselor to promote student career development through academic, personal, and social growth within the Easterseals Educational Program.

You will manage records, map educational plans, and collaborate with teachers to create engaging curriculum and post-secondary opportunities. The role requires a Master’s in Education or School Counseling, plus state Guidance Counselor certification and a valid driver’s license.