An Academic or Guidance Counselor provides guidance to students in elementary, middle and high schools to help them succeed academically and socially. Works with school teachers and administrators to address problems that affect student performance, and identifies resources for students and families. Helps high school students to plan academic course work and advises on the college search and application process.
A minimum of a Master's Degree in School Counseling; A valid Alabama Teacher's Certificate; At least 3 years of classroom teaching experience; Such above qualifications as the Board may require.
Primary Function :
As a member of the local education agency (LEA) comprehensive school counseling and guidance staff, the professional school counselor provides a comprehensive counseling and guidance program for students at the school ; consults and collaborates with that school's instructional leaders, teachers, parents, and staff to enhance effectiveness in helping students; and provides support to other educational programs associated with the school.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To provide an educational atmosphere in which each student will move towards the fulfillment of their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and psychological growth and maturation in accordance with District philosophy, goals, and objectives. Establishes effective rapport with students. Motivates students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for becoming a responsible citizen in accordance with each student's ability. Provide individual counseling services for students with personal, social, and emotional concerns. Counsel with classrooms and large groups. Work with college-bound and career-oriented students. Plan and conduct move-up day in the spring for 8th grade students in the feeder school. Register and orient new students throughout the school year. Assist in the preparation of teachers' schedules. Plan and conduct College Fair. Foster improved relationships of students with peers and adults. Coordinate tests, including Kuder, Work Keys, ASVAB, and other assessments. Interpret test results to students, parents, teachers, and community. Administer and interpret academic/occupational aptitude tests. Provide teachers with career, vocational, academic and professional information as requested, alongside the career coach Work with students to assist with academic projects. Work with career coach to arrange and conduct field trips to potential career sites. Conduct pre-registration in spring. Attend advisory council, faculty, and district meetings regularly. Finalize student schedules for the upcoming school year. Make schedule changes as needed. Maintain permanent record files. Coordinate with the Career Tech faculty and staff, including the WCCTA counselor, to align counseling and guidance services with program requirements, support student success across all pathways, and ensure seamless communication between the high school and WCCTA. Transmit transcripts to schools, colleges, and universities. Demonstrate the personal qualities of loyalty, honesty, accuracy, cheerfulness, good health habits, and pleasing personality. Demonstrate a positive attitude toward work. Have regular, punctual attendance. Ability to work harmoniously with fellow employees. Must demonstrate great written and oral communication skills. Performs other duties as assigned
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity are required to perform job responsibilities.
EVALUATION
Performance will be evaluated in accordance with evaluation procedures and Board policy.
