School Counselor
4.
4 Yuma, AZ Yuma, AZ Full-time Full-time Estimated:
$51.
1K - $64.
7K a year Estimated:
$51.
1K - $64.
7K a year 21 hours ago 21 hours ago 21 hours ago School Year:
2024 - 2025 Working Calendar Days:
189 Days Salary Range:
See Certified Placement Schedule Benefited Status:
Benefited Position - Tier 1 Purpose Statement The job of Counselor is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process with specific responsibilities for impacting students' academic, personal, and/or social success; instructing, supporting, training, coaching, and mentoring students; managing the schedules and placement of assigned students; providing guidance, curriculum, information and recommendations to students and parents; and assisting in the development of goals and plans for achievement.
This job reports to Principal Essential Functions Administers tests (e.
g.
teacher designed tests, AIMS, DIBELS, etc.
) for the purpose of assisting teachers in assessing the level of student competencies.
Conducts meetings (e.
g.
Student Assistant Team meetings, etc.
) for the purpose of disseminating and receiving information and ensuring service delivery in compliance with established guidelines.
Coordinates assigned programs (e.
g.
truancy, homeless students services, gifted services, etc.
) for the purpose of delivering services in a timely fashion and achieving overall objectives of the program.
Coordinates with teachers, resource specialists and/or community (e.
g.
service clubs, courts, child protective services, CIA, food bank, etc.
) for the purpose of providing/receiving requested information and/or making recommendations.
Counsels students, parents, and guardians for the purpose of enhancing student success in school.
Instructs students in developmentally appropriate personal-social issues (e.
g.
bullying, character building, hygiene, social skills, etc.
) for the purpose of improving their interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
Intervenes in potential conflicts and emergency situations for the purpose of managing student behavior, diffusing situations and minimizing disruptions.
Maintains a variety of confidential and non-confidential manual and electronic lists and records (e.
g.
program participation, contact sheets, agency referrals, etc.
) for the purpose of providing required information and/or documentation.
Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.
g.
classroom, playground, assigned duties, school events, etc.
) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
Monitors students' progress for the purpose of identifying issues and taking appropriate action for increasing student success.
Prepares a wide variety of materials (e.
g.
lesson plans, behavior plans, 504 plans, etc.
) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
Presents information to teachers and/or parents (e.
g.
positive behavior strategies, differentiated instruction, etc.
) for the purpose of enhancing students' academic and social success.
Researches program eligibility requirements (e.
g.
gifted and talented, special education, 504, sports, community programs, etc.
) for the purpose of providing up-to-date, accurate counsel to students and/or parents.
Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
applying assessment instruments; preparing and maintaining accurate records; planning and managing projects; using pertinent software applications; analyzing data; facilitating meetings; and using curriculum and instructional techniques.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
stages of child development; assessment instruments and techniques; cultural differences of student population; knowledge of community resources; methods of instruction and training.
ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment.
Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and operate equipment using defined methods.
Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment.
Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans.
Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is limited.
Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with frequent interruptions.
Responsibility Responsibilities include:
working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget.
utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions.
There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.
Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity.
Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing.
The job is performed under some temperature extremes and in a generally hazard free environment.
Experience Job related experience within a specialized field is required.
Education Masters degree in job-related area.
Equivalency Certificates Continuing Educ.
/Training Arizona School Guidance Counselor Certificate Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance FLSA Status Exempt.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
4 Yuma, AZ Yuma, AZ Full-time Full-time Estimated:
$51.
1K - $64.
7K a year Estimated:
$51.
1K - $64.
7K a year 21 hours ago 21 hours ago 21 hours ago School Year:
2024 - 2025 Working Calendar Days:
189 Days Salary Range:
See Certified Placement Schedule Benefited Status:
Benefited Position - Tier 1 Purpose Statement The job of Counselor is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the instructional process with specific responsibilities for impacting students' academic, personal, and/or social success; instructing, supporting, training, coaching, and mentoring students; managing the schedules and placement of assigned students; providing guidance, curriculum, information and recommendations to students and parents; and assisting in the development of goals and plans for achievement.
This job reports to Principal Essential Functions Administers tests (e.
g.
teacher designed tests, AIMS, DIBELS, etc.
) for the purpose of assisting teachers in assessing the level of student competencies.
Conducts meetings (e.
g.
Student Assistant Team meetings, etc.
) for the purpose of disseminating and receiving information and ensuring service delivery in compliance with established guidelines.
Coordinates assigned programs (e.
g.
truancy, homeless students services, gifted services, etc.
) for the purpose of delivering services in a timely fashion and achieving overall objectives of the program.
Coordinates with teachers, resource specialists and/or community (e.
g.
service clubs, courts, child protective services, CIA, food bank, etc.
) for the purpose of providing/receiving requested information and/or making recommendations.
Counsels students, parents, and guardians for the purpose of enhancing student success in school.
Instructs students in developmentally appropriate personal-social issues (e.
g.
bullying, character building, hygiene, social skills, etc.
) for the purpose of improving their interpersonal and daily living skills through a defined course of study.
Intervenes in potential conflicts and emergency situations for the purpose of managing student behavior, diffusing situations and minimizing disruptions.
Maintains a variety of confidential and non-confidential manual and electronic lists and records (e.
g.
program participation, contact sheets, agency referrals, etc.
) for the purpose of providing required information and/or documentation.
Monitors students in a variety of educational environments (e.
g.
classroom, playground, assigned duties, school events, etc.
) for the purpose of providing a safe and positive learning environment.
Monitors students' progress for the purpose of identifying issues and taking appropriate action for increasing student success.
Prepares a wide variety of materials (e.
g.
lesson plans, behavior plans, 504 plans, etc.
) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.
Presents information to teachers and/or parents (e.
g.
positive behavior strategies, differentiated instruction, etc.
) for the purpose of enhancing students' academic and social success.
Researches program eligibility requirements (e.
g.
gifted and talented, special education, 504, sports, community programs, etc.
) for the purpose of providing up-to-date, accurate counsel to students and/or parents.
Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
applying assessment instruments; preparing and maintaining accurate records; planning and managing projects; using pertinent software applications; analyzing data; facilitating meetings; and using curriculum and instructional techniques.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
stages of child development; assessment instruments and techniques; cultural differences of student population; knowledge of community resources; methods of instruction and training.
ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment.
Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and operate equipment using defined methods.
Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment.
Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans.
Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is limited.
Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with frequent interruptions.
Responsibility Responsibilities include:
working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget.
utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions.
There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.
Working Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity.
Generally the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing.
The job is performed under some temperature extremes and in a generally hazard free environment.
Experience Job related experience within a specialized field is required.
Education Masters degree in job-related area.
Equivalency Certificates Continuing Educ.
/Training Arizona School Guidance Counselor Certificate Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses Clearances Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance FLSA Status Exempt.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
|
|
 | |
