Guidance Counselor - High School - for the School Year

Position Type : Student Support Services - Professional Staff / Guidance Counselor (High School)Date Posted : 1 / 14 / 2025Location : Seaford High School(High-Needs School)Date Available : 25-26 SYClosing Date : Until FilledGuidance Counselor - High School - for the 2025-2026 School Year (11 Month Position) Position Purpose Provides students, parents, administrators, and other teaching staff with information on career and or educational opportunities; administer and interpret career assessment tools; and assist students in developing educational and occupational goals and plans. Essential Performance Responsibilities Assists students in evaluating students' aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data, and works with students in developing education and occupation plans consistent with such evaluation. Assists students in making course and subject selections, as well as with evaluating career interests and choices. Assists in the scheduling of classes. Obtains and disseminates information regarding occupational opportunities to students and to classes studying occupations. Assists students with admissions, scholarship and identifying employment opportunities. Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with guidance services. Researches educational and career opportunities, and coordinates with teachers, college and university personnel, resource specialists, and business and community organizations for the purpose of providing information, and making recommendations. Assists with the registration and orientation students who are new to the school regarding procedures and educational opportunities. Assists with the school district's dropout prevention efforts. Serves as ready resource to students to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and maturity. Plans and coordinates field trips to institutions of higher learning, businesses and other organizations related to guidance responsibilities. Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community. Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws. Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance. Additional Duties Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. Note : The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. Equipment Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone. Travel Requirements Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of pre / post high school program eligibility requirements. Knowledge of college / university admissions processes, scholarship programs and other educational opportunities. Knowledge of current developments in business and industry regarding career opportunities and employment. Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles. Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans. Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students. Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed. Ability to organize and coordinate work. Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work. Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards Works in standard office and school building environments. Qualifications Profile Certification / License : DelawareState Certification as a Guidance Counselor Information about Delaware Certification / Licensure can be found on the Delaware Department of Education website : https : / / deeds.doe.k12.de.us / Successful candidates must provide evidence of successful PRAXIS II scores or a valid out of state teaching license. An educator applying for a license in the State of DE with less than 1 year of experience will be placed on an Initial License and will be required to take and pass a Performance Assessment by the end of their 2nd year of teaching. Applicants with one completed year of experience, but less than 4 years of experience will receive an Initial License, and are NOT required to pass a Performance Assessment (with proof of current and valid out of state license). Current holders of an Initial license are exempt from requirements to pass a Performance Assessment. Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation. Education Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to assignment. TEMPORARY POSITION : No Note : All temporary positions will end on June 30th. NUMBER OF MONTHS / DAYS : 11 Month Note : Months / days will be pro-rated to start date. FULL TIME OR PART TIME : Full Time ELIGIBLE FOR "STATE SHARE" OF BENEFITS : Yes PENSION ELIGIBLE POSITION : Yes MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Teacher Certification - Delaware Code Title 14 Section 1500 NOTE : A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required for all employees of the Seaford School District. APPLICATION PROCEDURE : Interested and qualified candidates should complete an online application. NOTE : Currently employed staff members interested and certified / licensed in this position will be given first consideration and should remit a staff transfer request on the Seaford School District website www.seafordbluejays.org no later than the application closing date referenced above. SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT : All new state employees will be required to participate in the State of Delaware's Direct Deposit system. With direct deposit, wage and salary payments are deposited in the employee's bank account via electronic funds transfer. All final candidates for employment must have a satisfactory criminal background check before being placed on contract / payroll as per State of Delaware regulations. Candidates must call the Delaware State Police at (800) 464-4357 to make an appointment. The cost of the criminal background check is $65 (expense borne by the prospective employee). Final candidates must also receive a satisfactory child protection registry check.Final candidates must also produce documentation of Mantoux skin test results for entrance to school system. The State of Delaware has initiated a lag pay policy which means that new employees will receive the first paycheck at the end of the second pay period of work. The Seaford School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and / or interview period, to fill or not fill a position, to modify the job requirements within one's primary area of certification, and to reject any or all applications for just cause. The State of Delaware does not discriminate against qualified persons with disabilities in its programs or services. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Human Resource and Public Information Office, at (302) 629-4587, as soon as possible to request an auxiliary aid or service. The Seaford School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, marital or handicapped status in accordance with state and federal laws. This policy shall apply to recruitment, employment, and subsequent placement, training, promotion, compensation, tenure and probation, and other terms and conditions of employment over which the district has jurisdiction. Inquiries should be directed to : Director of Personnel, 390 North Market Street Ext., Seaford, DE 19973. Phone : (302) 629-4587. DISCLAIMER : If there is any conflict in interpretation between this posting and information from the Delaware Department of Education, the Delaware Department of Education prevails.DS : kemGrade Configurations : West Seaford Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2 Blades Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2 Central Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5 Frederick Douglass Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5 Seaford Middle School - Grade 6 through Grade 8 Seaford High School - Grade 9 through Grade 12FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICAITON Pupil Support POSITION TITLE Guidance Counselor MANAGEMENT POSITION? (Y / N) N PAY SCALE Teacher FLSA STATUS (Exempt / Non-Exempt Exempt MONTHS EMPLOYED 10 DAYS EMPLOYED 188 (pro-rated if start date after 1st day) JOB CODE P95619 DEPARTMENT 952300500 REVISED 9 / 2017

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