School Counselor

Pequea Valley School District

Kinzers (PA)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Pequea Valley School District is seeking a dedicated School Counselor for its Secondary School to assist students in their educational and career planning. The ideal candidate will help evaluate students' abilities, facilitate course selections, and coordinate with college representatives.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree in education and Pennsylvania State Certification as a School Counselor. A successful candidate will show effective communication skills and the ability to organize and coordinate activities within the school environment.

Qualifications

Knowledge of pre/post high school program eligibility requirements.
Knowledge of differentiated instruction based on student learning styles.
Knowledge of federal and state laws regarding education and students.

Responsibilities

Provide students with information on career and educational opportunities.
Assist students in developing educational and occupational goals.
Plan and coordinate field trips related to guidance responsibilities.

Skills

Knowledge of college/university admissions processes

Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents

Ability to organize and coordinate work

Education

Bachelor's from an accredited college or university in education discipline

Pennsylvania State Certification as a School Counselor

Job description

Pequea Valley School District has an immediate opening for a School Counselor at our Secondary School.

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Director of Pupil Services, the counselor will 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.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

Assists students in evaluating aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data, and works with students in developing education and occupation plans consistent with such evaluation.
Assists students in making course and subject selections, as well as with evaluating career interests and choices.
Assists in scheduling classes.
Obtains and disseminates information regarding occupational opportunities to students and to classes studying occupations.
Assists students with admissions, scholarships, and identifying employment opportunities.
Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student’s abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with guidance services.
Researches educational and career opportunities, and coordinates with teachers, college and university personnel, resource specialists, and business and community organizations for the purpose of providing information and making recommendations.
Assists with registration and orientation of students who are new to the school regarding procedures and educational opportunities.
Assists with the school district’s dropout prevention efforts.
Serves as a ready resource to students to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self‑understanding, and maturity.
Plans and coordinates field trips to institutions of higher learning, businesses and other organizations related to guidance responsibilities.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn about current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record‑keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in‑service training in guidance.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of pre/post high school program eligibility requirements.
Knowledge of college/university admissions processes, scholarship programs and other educational opportunities.
Knowledge of current developments in business and industry regarding career opportunities and employment.
Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self‑evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.