Student Success Counselor

TrulyHired; Dallas (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Paulding County School District in Georgia is seeking a School Counselor to support students' academic, social, and emotional well-being within a school setting, under the supervision of the principal. The role requires a valid Georgia Teaching Certificate, and a Master’s degree in School Counseling; alternatives may be considered by the Board of Education.

The counselor will implement counseling services, collaborate with staff, and participate in the Student Support Team process.

Qualifications

• A valid Georgia Teaching Certificate in assigned teaching field as required by the Professional Standards Commission
• Must hold or be eligible for a Master’s degree in School Counseling
• The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Responsibilities

• Implement or assist in implementing a developmental counseling and guidance program considering the school needs
• Conduct individual counseling in areas of educational and personal need as referred by staff, family, or self-referred
• Conduct group counseling in identified areas
• Collaborate with Graduation Coaches, Career Pathways Facilitators, and others as appropriate to successfully implement the Career Pathways initiative
• Assist with administration of standardized group testing
• Consult and coordinate with staff, parents, and community resources
• Assist in implementing crisis management plans
• Provide information to students and parents on career awareness and life development
• Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner
• Participate in training programs and apply concepts learned in the classroom to increase student learning
• Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies
• Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee
• Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.

Education

Georgia Teaching Certificate

Master's degree in School Counseling

Job description

Paulding County School District in Georgia is seeking a School Counselor to support students' academic, social, and emotional well-being within a school setting, under the supervision of the principal. The role requires a valid Georgia Teaching Certificate, and a Master’s degree in School Counseling; alternatives may be considered by the Board of Education.

The counselor will implement counseling services, collaborate with staff, and participate in the Student Support Team process.