School Counselor

Chicago Public Schools

Morgantown (WV)

On-site

USD 50,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Morgantown seeks a skilled School Counselor to lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive counseling program. Responsibilities include conducting needs assessments, facilitating individual planning for students, and collaborating with staff and families. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in School Counseling and an ISBE Professional Educator License. This role promises a supportive work environment with extensive benefits including medical plans, retirement options, and paid time off.

Qualifications

Master's degree in school counseling required.
Current ISBE Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Counseling Endorsement is necessary.
Experience in developing comprehensive counseling programs.

Responsibilities

Create, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive school counseling program.
Conduct annual needs assessments to determine student needs.
Provide individual student planning activities.

Skills

School Counseling

Leadership

Data Analysis

Communication

Education

Master's degree in School Counseling

ISBE Professional Educator License (PEL)

Job description

Requirements

Master's degree in school counseling AND current ISBE Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School Counseling Endorsement

Reports to

Principal

Evaluated by

Principal

Primary Function

As vital members of the school’s educational leadership team, professional school counselors provide comprehensive, developmental supports within the academic, personal/social, and career domains to ensure that today's students become the productive, well-adjusted adults of tomorrow. School counselors are uniquely trained professional educators with a mental health perspective who understand and respond to the challenges presented by today’s diverse student population. School counselors provide proactive leadership to engage all stakeholders in the delivery of programs and services to help all students achieve success in school 1 .

Major Job Responsibilities

Create, Implement, and Evaluate a Comprehensive School Counseling Program aligned with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS) REACH Framework for School Counselors

1 : The Framework is aligned to the American School Counselor Association National Model for School Counseling Programs 2 and outlines a comprehensive counseling program that delivers services equitably to all students in the building.

Conduct Annual Needs Assessments and Data Reviews to Determine and Prioritize Student Needs

The school counselor will conduct an annual needs assessment and data review to identify critical areas of student need. The school counselor will then create targeted program goals aligned to the schoolwide goals, mission, and vision. This ensures that school counseling services address critical areas of demonstrated need, resulting in improved academic achievement.

Implement The School Counseling Core Curriculum

In order to reach all students, the school counselor will design, conduct, and co‑teach learning activities in classroom, large group, and/or school wide settings, based on the academic, career, post‑secondary and social/emotional needs of the students so as to facilitate the infusion of school counseling as an integral component of the total education curricula. Activities to support this objective may include:

classroom guidance
high school/college/career fairs
high school/college/career tours
grade‑level or school‑wide team building activities

Provide Individual Student Planning Activities

In collaboration with students, staff, and families, the school counselor will create an academic plan that ultimately results in the successful obtainment of a diploma and post‑secondary option(s) of choice. Activities to support this objective may include:

facilitation of completion of the Individual Learning Plan in Naviance
transition activities (i.e orientations, HS app process)
events to inform families of test results and their implications for educational planning
advisement to ensure students are on‑track to the next grade level or phase in life

Provide Responsive Services

In collaboration with students, staff, and families, the school counselor will provide responsive services to address students’ barriers to academic achievement. Activities to support this objective may include:

facilitation of small groups
structured, short‑term, goal‑oriented individual counseling sessions
participation in building‑level student assistance teams
facilitation of conferences with students, teachers, and families
consultation with teachers, families, and external partners regarding the developmental needs of students
schoolwide support during crisis or emergency situations
participation in IEP/504 Plan teams

Note: school counselors do NOT provide therapeutic treatment of a mental, emotional, or bodily disorder.

Provide Indirect Student Support

Indirect services are provided on behalf of students as a result of the school counselor’s interactions with others. Activities to support this objective may include:

referral of students/families to district and community resources
sharing strategies that support student achievement with parents, teachers, other educators, and community organizations
serving as a student advocate to promote student development within the three domains
serving as the school’s resident expert on student development
reaching out to other experts and stakeholders to obtain information on students’ needs
teaming/partnering/serving on committees and advisory boards
creating formalized partnerships with community based organizations

Provide System Support

As professionals, leaders, and advocates in the school building, the school counselor will coordinate, conduct and participate in activities that contribute to the effective operation of the school consistent with the approved school counseling program. Activities to support this objective may include:

creation of an annual school counseling Evidence‑Based Implementation Plan and Annual Agreement to support overall school goals and objectives
creation and delivery of needs assessments to determine the primary needs of students according to a variety of audiences
collection and aggregation of multiple data sources in order to determine need, as well as to progress monitor counseling interventions
protection of planning time for the creation and modification of counseling interventions
coordination of professional development/inservice programs for faculty and staff

Participate In Regular Professional Development

So as to stay current with evidenced‑based practices in the field, the school counselor will actively participate in district, state, and national professional development; participate in professional associations; read professional journals; attend workshops and conferences; engage in continuing education coursework.

1: REACH Framework for School Counselors
2: American School Counseling Association National Model for School Counseling Programs

Benefits

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