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.
Graduation Coach
Caddo Parish School District
C.E. Byrd High School - Shreveport, Louisiana This job is also posted in Caddo Parish School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5845308
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Re-Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Caddo Parish Schools Job Description Job Title:
Graduation Coach
Prepared By:
Sharon Burford and Kathy Gallant
Prepared Date:
June 22, 2011
Approved By:
Caddo Parish School Board
Approved Date:
September 20, 2011
SUMMARY
Administers a program that provides support for students, faculty and administrators to decrease the number of students dropping out, increase graduation rates and improve post-secondary readiness through rigor, relevance and relationships in the Caddo Parish School System.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned
Identify students at-risk of dropping out per student achievement data, perception data, demographic data, and process data (review of EPAS, ACT, SAT, LEAP, EOC, IGP, and other pertinent data)
Monitor behavior and attendance of at-risk students
Assist in the completion of the Individual Graduation Plan and Areas of Concentration
Provide teachers and students appropriate strategies for reducing behavior that put students at risk of not graduating from high school
Analyze, develop, implement, and tracks intervention plans and strategies
Work closely with teachers to improve instruction using research-based strategies
Work in tandem with and support administrators and counselors
Communicate frequently with parents regarding academic plan and performance
Provide students information on alternative and advanced education opportunities (eg. Credit Recovery, Dual Enrollment Programs, Louisiana Virtual School, Hamilton Terrace PM School)
Meet with students and a parent prior to a student's dropping out to discuss consequences and alternatives
Conduct individual and group counseling with at-risk students in areas of educational, career, or personal need
Develop and maintain relationships with post-secondary institutions
Monitor Job Skills/Work-based Opportunities
Provide required reports to the district and state departments of education
Maintain accurate, complete and appropriate records and file reports promptly
Plan and develop professional development activities based on school needs
Submit activity logs for approval by the principal
Attend and participate in scheduled faculty meetings and other assigned meetings and activities
Maintain confidentiality of students and student records
Demonstrate punctuality, maintain regular attendance and make necessary arrangements for absences
Encourage positive home/school communication
Display belief in the capacity of all students to be successful
Communicate personal enthusiasm and interact in a professional manner
Engage in professional learning and growth activities provided the district and state departments of education.
Make progress toward achieving objectives in the professional growth plan
Prepare a self-evaluation as described in the Performance Evaluation Plan
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or
EXPERIENCE
Masters degree and other requirements as stated in SDE Bulletin 746 (as revised). At least five (5)years of successful experience in education.
SKILL RELATED
Should satisfy Louisiana requirements for a secondary teaching certificate with additional certification in one of the following areas preferred: school counseling, leadership, supervision or administration. A minimum of (5) years experience teaching diverse learners and/or at-risk students. Ability to present professional development preferred.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Ability to work tactfully and harmoniously with schools, staff, students, parents, and/or public.
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to demonstrate an open and responsive attitude toward meeting the diverse needs of the caseload.
Physical stamina and emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control.
Neat, well-groomed appearance.
PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to CPSB policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.
