What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Math Teacher position at Galena City School District?
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Guidance Counselor to join our educational team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting students' academic, social, and emotional development. This position involves providing guidance through various challenges, including academic advising, mental health counseling, and promoting overall well-being. The Guidance Counselor will work collaboratively with students, parents, and faculty to create a nurturing environment conducive to learning and personal growth.
Duties
- Guides individuals and groups of students through the development of educational and career plans.
- Implements the guidance curriculum through delivery of classroom lessons and infusion in content areas.
- Supports and reinforces the key role of the classroom teacher.
- Serves as a consultant to staff and parents.
- Counsels individuals and small groups toward social and emotional resiliency.
- Counsels parents and other family members on individual student needs.
- Provides counseling and support to students and their families during a crisis situation.
- Participates in research, evaluation, and data analysis to develop, enhance, and improve various programs.
- Maintains thorough and accurate client records.
- Acts as a liaison among school staff, parents, and public or private agencies.
- Conducts parent group meetings, workshops, and in-service training.
- Devises and implements appropriate counseling techniques to accommodate a variety of functioning levels.
- Is accessible to all students for career, educational, and Personal counseling.
- Acts as a student advocate.
- Organizes, administers, assists, and refers to testing programs.
- Participates in counseling and guidance program development, maintenance and enhancement.
- Uses an effective referral process for assisting students and others to use special programs and services.
- Responsible for completing Safe and Drug-Free Schools grant application.
- Assumes a leadership role in promoting a positive school climate.
- Pursues continuous professional growth.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Candidates should possess a background that includes:
- Master' Degree in Counseling and Human Services
- Type C Certificate
- Two Years Experience in School Counseling
- Excellent Written, Oral, and Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Understanding and Appreciation for Cross-Cultural Counseling and Ethnic Diversity
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable
We encourage individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact on students' lives to apply for this rewarding position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Ability to Relocate:
- Galena, AK 99741: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $60,000 - $85,000
