½ Counselor / ½ Middle School ELA or History Teacher Position Available In DeKalb, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The job of a ½ Counselor / ½ Middle School ELA or History Teacher at DeKalb County Schools involves developing, implementing, and evaluating a local school guidance and counseling plan, providing individual and group counseling, coordinating tests, and assisting with career planning. The position requires a B.S. Degree minimum with Certification in Guidance and Counseling and proficiency in applicable computer applications. Salary and work year are based on the current applicable salary schedule, with annual performance evaluations.
Job Description
½ Counselor / ½ Middle School ELA or History Teacher 4.1 4.1 out of 5 stars 2407 Gault Avenue North, Fort Payne, AL 35967 DeKalb County Schools Expecting More Today…. Educating for Tomorrow
POSITION TITLE
Counselor – Middle School
QUALIFICATIONS
B.S. Degree minimum with Certification in Guidance and Counseling Skilled in applicable computer applications.
REPORTS TO
Principal or designated supervisor
RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, implement and evaluate an annual local school guidance and counseling plan in accordance with standards set forth in the State plan and commensurate with the local system plan. Provide individual and group counseling and guidance. Provide orientation for new students, parents/guardians and faculty. Consult with parents/guardians, teachers and staff about the special needs of students and make appropriate referrals. Provide appropriate appraisal services to assist teachers, parents/guardians and students. Coordinate and administer tests and analyze and interpret test results to provide information about educational, and personal/social needs. Provide Principal with data analysis and report of test results. Assist with placement and follow-up services for students. Assist students in selecting programs of study to enhance career planning. Provide information and resource services for students, parents/guardians and faculty. Assist students in building self-esteem and development of decision-making, problem solving and positive human relations skills. Plan with teachers, principal, parents/guardians and students steps for modifying student behavior. Utilize community resources in addressing the needs of students. Provide data concerning students’ needs to determine curricula development. Maintain comprehensive records and reports. Develop a personal professional growth plan and demonstrate professional ethics and leadership. Exhibit positive human relations skills. Demonstrate proficiency in written and oral communication. Comply with local, state and federal policies, regulations and law affecting areas of responsibility as well as the American School Counselor Association Code of Ethics. Shall perform and other position related duties as assigned by the principal and or designated supervisor. Maintain confidentiality of student records.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary and work year to be according to the current applicable salary schedule.
EVALUATION
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on Evaluation of Professional Personnel.
NOTE:
See Board policies for additional requirements.
