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Albemarle County Public Schools
Special Education - Charlottesville, Virginia
Job Details
Job ID:4947377Application Deadline:Posted until filled
Posted:Jan 21, 2025
Starting Date:To Be Determined
Job Description
School Counselor
Intensive Support Center
2025-26 School Year
Teach • Lead • Inspire
Be an educator in Albemarle County Public Schools
Are you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences, becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? Then look no further!
In Albemarle County Public Schools, we work together as a team to end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for our children’s success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student!
We are the first public school division in Virginia, and among the first in the country, to develop and implement an Anti-Racism policy with the expressed purpose of building school communities that share the responsibility to recognize and end racism, eliminate inequitable practices that result in achievement gaps, and support the unique gifts, talents, and interests of every child. In ACPS, “all” really means all.
Who We’re Looking For
Teachers and Specialists are essential to achieving our goals of Thriving Students, Affirming and Empowering Communities, and Equitable, Transformative Resources.
Our ideal candidates are:
- Innovative, self-reflective, collaborative, knowledgeable in their content area and instructional practices, and are continually growing and improving
- Passionate about closing equity and achievement gaps
- Prepared to engage with our Culturally Responsive Teaching model in support of our Equity Mission Statement
Why Work in Our Schools
Here are just a few reasons why both new and experienced educators choose to join our team:
- Strong instructional support and mentoring from our building administrators, instructional coaches, learning technology integrators, diversity resource teachers, and equity specialists
- A wide range of professional development opportunities, including our New Teacher Academy and many other learning experiences held throughout the year for new and experienced teachers
- Competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more
- The opportunity to work in a close-knit, supportive community where you can continue to grow as a professional
Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools. You can read the full job description here.
Location
Situated around beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia – which is consistently ranked among America’s top university towns and best places to live – Albemarle County is nestled in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. Just 100 miles south of Washington, DC and 70 miles west of Richmond, it’s only a short trip to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic beaches, and New York is an easy Amtrak ride away. Whether it’s the great outdoors, a vibrant and diverse arts, food, and culture scene, or small town living with a big city feel, our part of Central Virginia has something for everyone.
The Application Process
Are you ready to join the ACPS Team and engage our learners in becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? If so, then follow these steps to apply:
STEP 1: Click Apply for this Position at the top right of this page. This will add your application to the candidate pool for this position.
STEP 2: You will receive an email invitation to complete a short online assessment to help us learn more about your strengths as an educator. Instructions will be included in the email. If you've already taken this assessment within the past three years, you do not need to complete it again.
STEP 3: Continue to check our Jobs page frequently as new positions are added throughout the spring and summer. You need to apply for each specific position that you are interested in. Jobs are listed chronologically by posting date, but you can search by categories or by keywords like “teacher” or “counselor”, and you can also sign up for weekly email alerts.
STEP 4: Our school principals and assistant principals will review your application and will contact you directly if they would like to schedule an interview. Time frames vary depending on the position and time of year.
Qualifications: Candidates for this position must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsement in School Counseling. More information can be found on the VDOE website.
Questions? Email HR@k12albemarle.org
Full Job Description:
General Definition of Work:
The School Counselor performs instructional duties and other essential functions which creates an atmosphere of mutual respect and caring to foster a positive climate for learning and personal growth. Performs related duties as required.
Essential Functions:
- Meets and instructs the students(s) in the locations and at the time designated;
- Develops and maintains the physical environment of the classroom that is conducive to effective learning within the limits of resources provided by the system;
- Prepares for classes assigned and shows evidence of preparation upon request of the immediate supervisor;
- Encourages students to set and maintain high standards of classroom behavior;
- Provides an effective program of instruction;
- Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities;
- Maintains and upholds school and county policies and procedures;
- Maintains records as required by law, system policy, and administrative regulations;
- Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules and administrative regulations.
- Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes within contractual commitments;
- Attends and participates in faculty and department meetings;
- Cooperates with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods;
- Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials;
- Works to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and colleagues concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all students;
- Establishes and maintains cooperative professional relations with others;
- Performs related duties as assigned by the administration in accordance with the school/system policies and practices.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of the instructional methods and presentation strategies for student learners; knowledge of child growth and development; knowledge and use of materials and resources in accordance with the adopted curriculum and consistent with the physical limitations of the location provided; demonstrated mastery of content area; strong instructional skills; ability to counsel students; effective communication skills with fellow teachers, assistant teachers, school division staff, parents, and the community; ability to establish and maintain cooperative professional relationships with administrative and school staff.
Education and Experience:
Candidates must meet state guidelines for teachers in the appropriate area of educational discipline. Must hold or be eligible for licensure in the State of Virginia with an endorsement in School Counseling. Must also have the ability to create environments that foster mutual respect with students and a positive learning climate.
Physical Conditions and Nature of Work Contacts:
Duties are performed typically in a school setting to include classroom, gym, cafeteria, auditorium, and recreational areas. Frequent walking, standing, light lifting (possibly over 40 pounds), positioning, toileting, movement of students, and other physical activities are required. Students may require positioning and physical involvement. Occasional travel with students on field trips may be necessary. Movement of students by wheelchairs and other mechanical devices may be required. Occasional lifting of equipment such as audio-visuals weighing up to 50 pounds may be required. Occasional attendance at parent conferences, building level meetings, and division wide meetings and training activities beyond normal assigned hours is necessary. Daily personal and close contact with young adults to provide support in the learning environment is required. Regular contact with other staff members, parents, community agencies, and medical professionals may be required. Contacts with community and division-level staff may require considerable tact and diplomacy.
Evaluation:
Performance will be evaluated on the ability and effectiveness in carrying out the above responsibilities.
Positions Available:1
Job Categories:
Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor
Job Requirements
- Bachelor degree preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
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