Professional School Counselor- 10 Month

Shelby County Schools; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is on the lookout for passionate leaders ready to transform the educational landscape. This role focuses on enhancing the academic and emotional strengths of students through a comprehensive guidance program. Ideal candidates will be courageous thinkers and doers, equipped to navigate complex challenges and inspire change. With a commitment to empowering a diverse student body, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of education in the community. If you are driven by a desire to make a lasting impact and believe in the potential of every student, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's in School Counseling with 1 year of related experience required.
• State certification in Guidance and Counseling is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and assess the school’s guidance program.
• Perform professional and administrative tasks independently.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Innovative thinking

Data-informed decision making

Education

Master’s Degree in School Counseling

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Purpose and Scope

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 reality is that we can do better for kids, and we will with the right leaders in place. 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: Leader 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 destroy the hopes and dreams of too many of our students.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Assist in planning, implementing, and assessing the school’s guidance program designed to increase the academic, social, emotional, and environmental strengths of students. The position is responsible for performing both professional and administrative tasks as necessary. The position works independently, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in school counseling, plus an additional one (1) year of related experience, for a total education/experience of seven (7) years. Requires state certification in Guidance and Counseling.

Degree Equivalency Formula:

Bachelor’s Degree= 4 years plus required years of experience.
Master’s Degree= 2 years plus required years of experience. Where Master’s degrees are required, years for Bachelor’s Degrees must be included.