Professional School Counselor- 10 Month

Memphis-Shelby County Schools; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Professional School Counselor to join its team. This role is pivotal in guiding students through academic and personal challenges, preparing them for success in a rapidly changing world. As a counselor, you will implement a comprehensive guidance program, facilitate crisis intervention, and collaborate with staff and community resources. If you are a solutions-oriented leader with a commitment to empowering students and families, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team dedicated to transforming education and making a difference in the lives of over 110,000 students.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in school counseling and state certification required.
• Experience in counseling and educational settings is essential.

Responsibilities

• Implement comprehensive guidance programs based on standards.
• Counsel students to develop academic and personal strategies.
• Analyze data to determine counseling needs.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

Data Analysis

Counseling

Peer Mediation

Education

Master’s Degree in School Counseling

State Certification in Guidance and Counseling

Job description

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Overview

Memphis-Shelby County Schools is seeking dynamic educational champions ready to position our district as a national exemplar of education transformation. We need leaders with a fierce commitment to actualizing a bold vision that yields ambitious outcomes for more than 110,000 students and families across the Memphis-Shelby County area. The most successful candidates believe that more is possible for Memphis and are:

• Courageous Thinkers & Doers: Prepared to navigate and thrive in a complex and ambiguous environment on day one, present innovative ideas to address systemwide issues, and execute sustainable plans toward transformation.
• Solutions-Oriented: See the possibilities, demonstrate the capacity to synthesize information and adjust short and long-term goals, and consistently find a window when doors close to deliver measurable results for kids and families.
• High-Performing Gamechangers: Leaders of leaders with the capacity to mobilize and empower an outstanding team, make people-centered data-informed decisions, and operate with a relentless hyperfocus on removing stubborn barriers that hinder student success.

Summary Description

This position is responsible for providing academic, social, physical, and skills development for students in specific grades/subject areas, preparing them to be successful citizens and workers in the 21st century.

• Implements a comprehensive guidance and counseling program based on state and District standards; collaborates with staff and community resources in planning and assessment.
• Counsels students individually and in groups to develop strategies for academic and personal goals.
• Facilitates crisis intervention to ensure safety.
• Provides peer mediation and works to discover and develop students' abilities.
• Resolves educational handicaps and administers assessments.
• Provides referrals to services and maintains confidential student files.
• Participates in meetings, conducts conferences with parents, and assists in student registration and scheduling.
• Analyzes data on attendance and performance to determine counseling needs.
• Performs administrative tasks and attends training to enhance skills.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications include a Master’s Degree in school counseling, one year of related experience, and state certification in Guidance and Counseling. Total education/experience should be seven years, considering degree equivalency formulas.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industries: Education Administration Programs

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