This position is for a Secondary School Counselor for the 2025-26 school year.
POSITION TITLE : School Counselor
F.L.S.A. Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS : Must hold proper certification according to the state of Missouri.
REPORTS TO : Principal and Coordinator of Belonging
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT : 186 Days plus additional workdays according to the Park Hill School District teacher agreement.
PARK HILL MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :
- Master's Degree in School Counseling by an accredited institution
- Knowledge of Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education School Counseling Curriculum
- Certification in school counseling (provisional certification in Missouri is also acceptable)
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS :
Experience as a school counselor implementing the ASCA National ModelClassroom experience teaching school counseling competenciesOne-three years' experience as a school counselorOne-three years' experience as a teacher or knowledge and implementation of classroom management skills and lesson deliveryExperience advocating for school counseling programs to all stakeholder groupsEstablishing professional relationships within the school and the school community and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance student achievementExperience in the use of technology in research, school counseling program development, management, and deliveryActively involved in school communityLeadership experienceParticipation and involvement in school counselor best-practice training at the local, state, and / or national levelCompetence in working with students from racially, ethnically, and socioeconomically diverse populations and culturesContinued professional development could include : ASCA National Model, Differentiated Instruction, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, Positive Behavior Intervention Support, Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID), and other statewide initiativesPRIMARY FUNCTIONS :
As a member of the School Counseling Department, the counselor is to provide and implement a school counseling program for students. The counselor provides activities to meet the needs of the students; provides support to other educational programs; and implements an evaluation system to determine impact of the school counseling program. These efforts support the school counselor's role of helping to meet the academic, career, and social / emotional needs of students by providing individual planning, responsive services, and school counseling curriculum.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
Implement the school counseling curriculumAdvise students through the development of Individual Career and Academic Plan (ICAP; middle school and high school)Counsel small groups and individual studentsConsult with teachers, staff and parents regarding the developmental needs of students to address and remove barriersRefer to appropriate, culturally responsive community resources in consultation with their parents and family membersCoordinate, conduct, or participate in activities that contribute to the effective operation of the schoolEvaluate and revise the school counseling program to ensure it equitably meets the needs of all studentsPursue professional growthSupport the overall district's educational program through general consultation activities and committee work.KEY DUTIES :
Implements the school counseling curriculum : Conducts learning activities related to academic, career, and social / emotional development in the classroom as planned in conjunction with school administration and teachers; consults with and / or is a resource person for teachers to incorporate school counseling learning activities into the regular education curricula.Facilitates the development of educational plans and career exploration : Provides orientation activities for students new to the school; participates in orientation programs for parents and students; assists students in grade level transitions and into post-secondary opportunities (high school counseling program); informs students and their parents of assessment results and their implications for educational planning; provides resources and information to assist in career awareness and career exploration activities; assists students with the development, implementation, and revision (as needed) of Individual Career and Academic Plans (ICAP; middle-school and high school counseling program).Counsels small groups and individual students : Conducts structured, goal-oriented counseling sessions to meet the data-driven, identified needs of individuals or groups of students. Session topics may include enhancing self-awareness and identity, building social skills, and practicing social / emotional skills such as emotion regulation and self-management.OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS :
Attend all meetings and training sessions as directedAssist with standardized testing proceduresAssist administrators with the distribution and interpretation of standardized tests scores for students and parentsAssist administration in coordinating counseling in crisis situationsParticipate in informational evening sessions for parentsAttend IEP and 504 meetings as appropriateDemonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, dress, and appropriate professional manner for the work settingDemonstrates effective human relations and communication skillsAdheres to prudent safety practicesAbility to understand and adhere to all district rules, regulations, and policiesAll other duties as required or assigned.rev 11 / 2024
