26-27 Guidance Counselor

THE ORGANIZATION BELIEVE

Circle City (BCC) is an early college and career-focused high school that uses real-world experiences, societal norms and expectations to foster the academic achievement, autonomy, and agency needed to be a contributing member of our evolving society. BCC focuses on identity and leadership development, and explicitly develops our scholars and staff emotionally, socially, and culturally. BCC provides a rigorous curriculum filled with purpose-building experiences in service of creating dynamics for our scholars to flourish in their future pursuits.

OUR VISION BELIEVE

leaders will be equitable, independent, and influential citizens within their local and global community.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

As the Dean of Early College and Career, your key responsibilities revolve around designing, implementing, and overseeing programs that prepare scholars for post secondary readiness. Your responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Early College/Career High School Implement programs that provide scholars with early exposure to various career pathways. This could include internships, mentorship programs, career fairs, and partnerships with local businesses and industries. Encourage scholars to explore different fields of interest and gain practical experience. Understand the criteria and process for dual credit enrollment, alignment of school and college courses as well as how to transcript credits Understand the criteria and process for work based learning programs, alignment of school and technical courses as well as how to transcript credits Collaborate with Ivy Tech Community College and other college partners to develop individualized degree plans in higher education Collaborate with career partners to develop individualized career certification plans in the workforce Collaborate weekly with the Dean of Early College and Career team and Ivy Tech Community College staff and career partners or as needed to ensure academic and social success for scholars Understand the master schedule process and work side-by-side with the guidance counselor to schedule scholars in a variety of different schedules to meet the needs of the college/career pathway Assist with coordinating and interpretation of all state assessments required for graduation as well as AP exams, PSAT, ACT, SAT, etc. Program Management Co-plan school guidance and counseling programs to ensure that they meet identified needs Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of guidance program and make changes based on findings Compile, maintain, and file all required physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents Development a college going, career ready culture by facilitating such activities as college visits, career fairs, and guest speakers during Freedom Friday C Block Manage all external early college and early career partners Guidance Teach school developmental guidance curriculum to scholars Help village leaders incorporate guidance-related information into existing curriculum Provide guidance to individuals and groups of scholars to develop Purpose Pathway plans and career awareness Counsel individuals and small groups Prepare and promote a college and career readiness culture Consultation Consult parents, teachers, administrators, and other relevant people to enhance their work with scholars Use an effective referral process to help scholars and others use special programs and services Work with guidance counselor, college, career, school and community partners to bring together resources for scholars

IDEAL QUALIFICATIONS

An unwavering belief that all students can achieve at high levels, and that all students can meaningfully attain high levels of agency, acceleration, and autonomy Proven track record of ambitious results in previous roles, both as a classroom teacher and in other leadership capacities Consistently exhibits BELIEVE core values (Kids Over Adults, Relationships, Growth Mindset, Own Your Impact, and Village Mentality) and thrives in a fast-paced environment that is ever evolving to meet the needs of students A regular practice of reflection and a desire to continuously improve Mastery of and enthusiasm for excellence in teaching and learning, data collection and analysis, and action planning and execution An ability to think and act strategically as evidenced by a demonstrated resourcefulness in setting data-driven priorities and driving results Excellent time management skills, consistently thinking into the future to proactively problem solve Successful written and oral communication skills with a multitude of stakeholders Able to build productive professional relationships with students, staff, and families-especially those in most need of support Proven track record of excellence in professionalism, including but not limited to punctuality, reliability, responsiveness, organization, and follow-through

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

3+ Years of Teaching Experience Bachelor's Degree required Eligibility to work in the United States on a full-time basis

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's Degree preferred Leadership experience preferred Active Indiana Teaching License preferred, not required

EEO:

BELIEVE Schools is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member) or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. This job description reflects BELIEVE Schools articulation of essential functions and qualifications of the role. Nothing in this herein restricts management's right to assign, reassign or eliminate duties and responsibilities to this role at anytime.

JOB TYPES

Full-time, Contract PAY:

Starting salary is $60,000 and may be adjusted commensurate with experience; eligible for bonus

BENEFITS

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Vision insurance

WORK LOCATION

One location