School Counselor - Part Time

Cross Creek High; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Cross Creek High seeks a School Counselor to implement a comprehensive counseling program supporting students in academics, career planning, and personal development.

This role requires a Master’s degree in Education or School Counseling and Georgia certification, with strong communication and teamwork skills. Experience in teaching is preferred and confidentiality is essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Education, School Counseling, or related field required.
• Meets Georgia state certification requirements for school guidance and counseling.
• Knowledge of growth and developmental stages of children.
• Excellent oral and written communication with students, parents, and staff.
• Three years of successful teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a comprehensive developmental guidance program to support academic, career, and personal growth.
• Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and agencies regarding student needs.
• Collect data to inform the school counseling program and assess impact.
• Prepare reports to fulfill program requirements.
• Conduct individual and group counseling for academic, career, and social-emotional needs.
• Collaborate with families and community resources to support options.
• Coordinate with Student Services Team for referrals as needed.
• Share program development with administrators and implement plans.
• Promote the counseling program to students, staff, parents, and community.
• Assist with schedules and academic advisement.

Skills

Student counseling

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Time management

Professionalism

Education

Master's degree in Education

Master's in School Counseling

Job description

Job Description

School Counselor

JOB INFORMATION

Certified

195 days / 10 months

200 days / 10 months

School-based

In accordance with the RCBOE Salary Schedules

School Counselor

Contract

Exempt

Principal

N/A

Education: Master's degree from an accredited college or university in education, School Counseling, or a related field required.

Certification or Licensure: Meets Georgia state certification requirements for school guidance and counseling.

Skills: Knowledge of School Counseling programs and related programs of studies. Knowledge of growth and developmental stages of children. Ability to take notes and interpret written material. Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently with students, administrators, school staff, and parents. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to speak effectively to large and small groups. Excellent human relations skills with the ability to establish positive relationships with many different types of individuals and groups. Must conduct self in a professional manner. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Strong time management and organizational skills. Ability to use computer programs and various software applications.

Work Experience: Three years of successful teaching experience is preferred.

PRIMARY DUTY

This position is responsible for providing a comprehensive school counseling program that supports students in the areas of academic achievement, career and college planning, and personal and social development.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide a comprehensive developmental program of guidance and counseling to assist students in the area of academic achievement, career/educational decision making, and personal and social development.

2. Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and supporting agencies concerning the needs and abilities of students.

3. Collect and review data to develop and inform the school counseling program and evaluate the program’s impact on the school’s instructional goals.

4. Prepare and submit a variety of reports and data to ensure fulfillment of established program requirements.

5. Utilize proactive and responsive counseling, initiating individual and group sessions for students’ academic, social, and personal concerns.

6. Consult with families, staff, and community agencies to appraise student needs and interests and to discuss appropriate recommendations for educational options.

7. Ability to collaborate with and refer to other members of the Student Services Team: School Social Workers, School Psychologists, Mental Health Support Counselors, etc., as needed.

8. Collaborate and/or share the development and management of the comprehensive school counseling program with administrators and implement the school-based guidance and counseling plan.

9. Promote the school guidance and counseling program to students, school staff, parents, and community stakeholders.

10. Conduct individual counseling with students in areas of educational, academic, career and social/emotional needs.

11. Conduct group counseling with students in areas of educational, academic, career and social/emotional needs.

12. Coordinate with school staff to provide supportive instructional classroom activities that relate to student academic, career and social/emotional needs.

13. Interpret results of group and individual tests for students, staff, and parents.

14. Serve as a member of the Mental Health Team (MHT) and respond to crises as they arise.

15. Serve as a member of the Response to Intervention, Attendance Review, and Leadership Teams, as needed.

16. Ensure that students receive appropriate career development assistance.

17. Consult with school staff and parents on student problems and concerns as needed or requested.

18. Promote the utilization of community resources, services, and agencies.

19. Organize and maintain time management logs, reports, and other related documentation.

20. Assist with student scheduling and academic advisement.

21. Conduct classroom guidance activities and evaluates the effectiveness of the program.

22. Attend and participate in professional development activities, workshops, seminars, and conferences in order to maintain expertise in the counseling field.

23. The employee shall carry out such other and further duties, whether specifically listed above or not, as are assigned or required by such employee’s supervisor, other appropriate school personnel, law board policy administrative regulation, department handbook, as are reasonably necessary to the efficient operation of the school system and its mission.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, and sit. Travel may be required for this position.

Employment Details

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $25,595 to $47,710 SY

Reports To: Principal

School-based