School Guidance Counselor Gem Prep: Meridian North

Are you interested in making a significant impact in students’ lives?  Would you like to be part of a team that is committed to do whatever it takes to make every student successful?  Gem Prep is seeking an entrepreneurial spirit who is committed to excellence and has a desire to join a fast-growing team.    Gem Prep is a K- 12 college preparatory school.  At least sixty percent of Gem Prep students will graduate high school with an associate’s degree and the remainder will graduate with at least 18 college credits. During the elementary years, Gem Prep believes in building a strong academic foundation to prepare students for the rigorous learning environment in grades 7-12.   Summary At Gem Prep, we believe our students’ character and emotional growth is inextricably linked to their academic progress. Our school counselors play a vital role in shaping the culture of our schools and helping students lead a life of impact and choice. School counselors are responsible for supporting the emotional, social, academic, and character growth and well-being of Gem Prep students and families. Counselors are an integral part of the Gem Prep team working to ensure our students succeed in school and go on to lead self-sufficient, successful, and happy lives. Counselors also serve as college preparatory advisors to a small number of 7-12 grade students, teaching and holding students accountable for competencies critical for their success in college and beyond.   Counselors take ownership of the students’ success by providing support to each student they advise. ***Please note this posting is for the 25-26 school year***   Responsibilities Ensure that 60% or more of Gem Prep students obtain an Associate’s Degree by high school graduation through professional development for staff, working with students individually and in groups, and maintaining a vision of excellence for every student. Data communication on % of students on track to obtain an AA and % of seniors graduating with DC Communicate Advanced Opportunities Programs. Ensure 100% of students have a signed Fast Forward Participation Form on file Directly responsible for updating and maintaining current transcripts for secondary students Partner with families in the preparation of secondary four- & six-year planners Serve as a “contact teacher for some DC students Provide information and resources for postsecondary education options, scholarships and financial aid information Work with receptionists on communicating with students and families about graduation, planning, cap & gown ordering: Assist in the planning, preparation and implementation of graduation Ensure that IDLA grades are entered in Power School by due date. 504 attendance, tracking and implementation. All plans and documentation housed in Enrich. Coordinate any testing accommodations required by 504 plans in a timely manner with Director of Assessment. Assign credit verification assessment as required for new students Assist Director of Assessment with PSAT, SAT preparations and communication to students Assist in proctoring the PSAT, SAT, ISAT, ISIP, NWEA and MAP Provide a comprehensive guidance program for teachers to be implemented in classroom instruction Caring Schools and 2nd Step Curriculum Implementation. Provide regular one-on-one counseling or group counseling to students Provide crisis intervention as needed Setting goals with students and tracking progress towards those goals Conducting regular assessments of current and emerging student and family needs Share opportunities for Service Learning Projects/community connections with College Prep advisors Provide recommendations to the staff and leadership team around approaches to working with struggling students. Homeless Liaison for the school Other duties as assigned Other Qualities Tenacious desire to help every student succeed. Maintains a high level of knowledge regarding Idaho State graduation requirements and course planning Extensive knowledge of Idaho State Advanced Opportunities for students   Working at Gem Prep Gem Prep focuses on hiring and developing great employees with high expectations and provides robust support to meet those expectations.  Gem Prep expects the following: Results.  Gem Prep works relentlessly to create efficient, measurable, and sustainable results. We strive for excellence and pursue our mission tenaciously. Ideally, you thrive working in a fluid environment where flexibility and tenacity are required. Innovation. We embrace new approaches and ideas that have a powerful impact on learning and teaching, achieving success for every student. We believe that today’s students need schools that dramatically rethink the traditional learning and teaching process for the success of every student.   The status quo is not acceptable.   Integrity. We are truthful, fair, and trustworthy in all aspects of our work. We expect the same of you. Humility. If you are humble and teachable, this will be a powerful learning experience for you.  Your humility will be key to building trusted and authentic relationships as well as the key to your professional growth. We also understand that you bring valuable experiences and knowledge that will lift our team. Teamwork. We value each of our team members as individuals but believe that we achieve the greatest results by working together.   Qualifications Master’s degree required Valid Idaho School Counselor Certificate or the ability obtain FLSA Status:       Exempt