What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Counselor (Anticipated Vacancy 2025-2026) position at Paulding County Schools?
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Job Summary:
The School Counselor is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the school principal, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.
All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Position Title: Counselor (190) OR Counselor (210)
Salary Schedule: State Based Plus Local Supplement
Department: School
Job Code: 110000
Reports To: Principal
Work Schedule: 210 days/8 hr.
Grade/Level: N/A
FLSA: Exempt
Primary Function: Ability to provide instruction, assessing and encouraging student progress. Ability to manage the learning environment, complying with state and district level regulations and policies.
Working Conditions:
Physical Demands:
Office and Classroom Environment
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard
Hearing and speaking to exchange information
Seeing to read a variety of materials
Sitting for extended periods of time
Bending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materials
Qualifications:
A valid Georgia Teaching Certificate in assigned teaching field as required by the Professional Standards Commission
Must hold or be eligible for a Master’s degree in School Counseling
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
Essential Functions:
Implement or assist in implementing a developmental counseling and guidance program considering the school needs
Conduct individual counseling in areas of educational and person need as referred by staff, family, or self-referred
Conduct group counseling in identified areas
Conduct classroom activities to support instruction, educational transition, career awareness and personal development
Collaborate with Graduation Coaches, Career Pathways Facilitators, and others as appropriate to successfully implement the Career Pathways initiative
Assist with administration of standardized group testing
Consult and coordinate with staff, parents, and community resources
Assist in implementing crisis management plans
Provide information to students and parents on career awareness and life development
Possess and maintain valid and appropriate license, certificate and/or credential as may be required for this position
Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner
Participate in training programs and apply concepts learned in the classroom to increase student learning
Participate in the Student Support Team process
Review current developments, literature and technical source information related to job responsibilities
Ensure adherence to appropriate safety procedures
Follow federal and state laws, as well as Board policies
Perform other duties as assigned by Superintendent or designee
Applicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.
- It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.
- Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days.
- The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.
