Middle School Guidance Counselor

The Charter Middle School for Law and Social Justice provides students with a comprehensive middle school education and lays the academic and social groundwork for future success in high school, college, and careers. Using a theme of law and social justice, the School engages, inspires, and empowers students, equipping them with the skills necessary to excel academically and socially. The School fosters a strong foundation for its students, preparing them for high school with mentoring opportunities from older students, professionals, and partnerships with institutions of higher learning. These institutions offer experiences that highlight the academic benchmarks and habits necessary for future success in high school, college, and beyond.
Our mission, along with our core values, grounds and drives our work. Our core values are:

Excellence * Character * Courage * Commitment

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree in a related field.
• NYS Certification in a related field
• At least three years of experience.
• Proficiency in Excel and Word.
• Experience with educational technology (iPads, SMARTBoard, Student Laptop)
• Bilingual - Spanish speaking required 

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated success working in non-traditional and/or urban school settings.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Previous experience working with Middle School students
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Academic Counseling: Provide direct individual and group academic counseling to students.
• Advisory:  Lead and support teachers and students on our advisory SEL program.
• Scheduling and Programs: Create and modify student schedules to be in compliance with NYS law and LSJ requirements and align with student interests and learning profiles.*
• Problem-Solving Assistance: Help students address and resolve academic, personal/social, and career-related issues.
• Performance Evaluation: Utilize both objective data and anecdotal information to assess student performance.
• Record Keeping: Maintain up-to-date student records using the school’s student information system.
• Resource Referral: Guide students and individuals to appropriate resources, including specialized summer and enrichment programs.
• Data Tracking: Monitor and track academic data, including student pass rates and attendance. 
• Standardized Testing: Prepare lists of students taking the state exams, disseminate results to families, and manage standardized testing logistics.
• Transcript Management: Regularly update, create, and review student transcripts to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Summer School Coordination: Support the organization of Summer School programs and communicate relevant information to families.
• Transfer Student Support: Assist transfer students in transitioning to the school, ensuring prior records are on file and previous credits are entered into the student information system.
• Academic Support Placement: Collaborate with Special Education staff to place academically struggling students in support programs.
• Orientation Meetings: Conduct orientation sessions to inform students about scheduling and graduation requirements.
• Family Meetings: Meet with families to provide information about academic programming and requirements.
• Teacher and Staff Training: Assist in providing professional development mandated reporting and other related social emotional learning topics.

EEO STATEMENT

The Charter Middle School for Law and Social Justice provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, rage, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.