Summary

Teacher | John Glenn Middle School | Available: 07/01/2024

Description

This position is open to internal bidding. Internal bidding closes on 5/29/24 at 4pm.

Position: Guidance Counselor
Work Schedule:  8 hours/day, 194 duty days
Start Date: 07/01/2024
Pay and Benefits:  Pay and benefits are in accordance with the teacher labor agreement – https://www.isd622.org/Page/310

Required Qualifications:

  • Hold valid MN teaching license in School Counseling.
  • Knowledge and understanding of the ASCA Model.
  • Ability to engage in ongoing professional/personal development in order to develop self and to maintain current instructional theory and practice.
  • Excellent communication skills and experience in working with students, families, colleagues and community organizations.
  • Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively.
  • Excellent organization and follow-through skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and understand proper reporting procedures.

Desired Qualifications:

  • Secondary counseling experience.
  • Experience working with diverse cultural backgrounds.
  • Knowledge of targeted and individual behavior support.
  • Knowledge of Section 504 evaluation, eligibility and accommodation plan implementation
  • Computer/technology proficiency.
  • Multi-age and multi-culture experience.

Responsibilities:  

  • Development and management of a comprehensive school counseling program following the ASCA model in all three domains: academic, career development and personal/social.
  • Collaborate with teachers and parents to meet the needs of students through the development of academic, personal, social and career awareness activities.
  • Counsel individuals, small groups of students and classrooms.
  • Participate in policy development that contributes to the effective operation of the school.
  • Provide crisis intervention.
  • Uphold the ethical standards of the American School Counselors Association.
  • Act as a liaison for college admission offices and outside agencies.
  • Assist students in the post high school education and college application process.
  • Assist students, parents/guardians and teachers in interpreting and understanding student data.
  • Maintain documentation for each student’s progressions to completing their graduation requirements.
  • Coordinate the registration process.
  • Perform other school counseling related tasks and responsibilities assigned by the Principal and the Director of Student Services.

ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.