Job Title: Career and Technical Education Counselor Wage/Hour Status: Exempt
Reports to; Executive Director of Career & Technology Pay Grade: Admin Pay 4
Dept.
/School: OHS & PHS Days: 217
Supervises:
Primary Purpose: To promote the student's personal, academic, and social growth in the educational setting; to increase the student's knowledge of occupational opportunities and the training programs for each; to develop the student's knowledge of the opportunities and requirement of his or her social environment.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Master's Degree.
TEA Professional Counselor Certification
Special Knowledge Skills:
Experience:
2 years successful teaching experience (preferred)
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Plan, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive guidance program targeting identified student needs at the campus.
Provide resources and training for faculty and staff to enhance the implementation of the guidance program.
Educate the school staff, parents, and the community about the guidance program through a public information program.
Assist student in understanding the school rules, developing self-discipline, and improving self-concept.
Assist in the implementation of the career education program.
Conduct orientation for pupils new to the building including kindergarten pupils.
Assist students in the transition from elementary to junior high school.
Conduct individual and group counseling sessions.
Consult with parents, teachers, administrators and other relevant individuals to enhance the educational experience for students.
Assist in identification of students who would benefit from special programs and services.
Conduct at least one in-service program in the building for teachers and administrators.
Assist in an effective referral process for students to access special programs and services.
Serve a member of the Admissions, Review and Dismissal Committee as appropriate.
Provide referrals to community services and agencies as appropriate.
Maintain a working knowledge of current trends and issues in education.
Enhance professional development by attending appropriate staff development to meet district requirements including staff development provided by the district, local professional counselor organizations, regional training centers, and/or state counselor conferences.
Participate in the planning and evaluation of the state and district testing programs.
Interpret test results for school personnel, parents, and students.
Prepare reports as requested by the Director of Guidance and Counseling.
Perform any other duties and tasks assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Working Conditions:
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Maintain emotional control under stress.
Frequent districtwide travel; occasional prolonged or irregular hours.
The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
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