Job description
3 positions available - Location to be determined
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Provides guidance, career support, counseling and case management services to individual students to address academic, personal, social, or emotional issues related to their educational progress and achievement.
- Consults with students, parents, teachers, administrators and members of both the school and the student services team to define and implement an appropriate course of study given the student's strengths, aptitudes, interests and long-term career goals.
- Facilitates access to career exploration and planning tools as well as articulation of post-secondary plans.
- Works closely with staff members, parents and other specialists to assist in the assessment, planning and program development for at-risk students and/or those referred to the Child Support Team.
- Initiates and plans in-service programs for staff, parents and community members.
- Assists in the development of prevention programs and provides counseling and crisis intervention for individuals and small groups as the need arises.
- Communicates clearly and succinctly in both oral and written form, supervises the appropriate use and confidentiality of student records, and maintains reports of contacts with students, parents, private practitioners, agencies, etc., as related to specific students.
- Serves on established committees and attends meetings as required including beyond the normal professional workday.
- Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of New York State learning standards, FERPA, and state regulations.
- Evidences a clear commitment to professional growth and skill development.
- Works with families to facilitate understanding, promote constructive participation in resolving difficulties their child (ren) may be experiencing, and increase awareness of the availability of appropriate resources, making referrals to community agencies, services and programs for additional services when appropriate.
- Demonstrates a willingness/ability to contribute to the school community through participation in school-wide events.
- Additional responsibilities as assigned by the Building Administration and/or Office of Exceptional Education and Student Services.
- Experience working with students with disabilities and familiar with all IDEA and 504 regulations.
- Skilled at triage (referral to community agencies and/or providers) and communicating effectively with private practitioners.
ESSENTIAL CORE CHARACTERISTICS:
- Valid New York State School Counselor Certification
- Ability to maintain strong parent relationships
- Reliable and dependable
- Strong work ethic - willing to work beyond the context of the school day
- Team player - ability to work cooperatively with colleagues/administrators
- Understands and is able to connect with middle/high school aged students
- Independent thinking skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Positive and Enthusiastic - an optimistic outlook
- Professionalism in confidentiality with students, staff, parents and community members
- Receptive to constructive criticism
- Excellent oral, written and telephone communication skills
- Excellent public relations skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to handle crisis situations while maintaining calm demeanor
- Receptive to learning and developing computer skills
- Ability to work with students, parents, teachers, and support staff
- Ability to prioritize and be flexible
- Intervention experience
- Prior school counseling experience - 2-3 years of high school preferred
- Background knowledge and experience with special education students
- Creative and willing to assert himself or herself when working with counseling staff in developing programs
- Experience and willingness to oversee the administration of advanced placement and/or PSAT exams at North HS if necessary.
REPORTS TO: Building Administration, the Coordinators for Special Education, and the Assistant Superintendent for Exceptional Education and Student Services
Please make sure to complete an application at http://www.wnyric.org/application for this job posting.
The Williamsville Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of age, race, color, creed, national origin, marital status, religion, gender, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or disability. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
As a valued member of our teaching staff, you will gain a comprehensive orientation to our district. A mentor teacher will be assigned for your first year of employment, providing support and guidance through one-on-one interaction on a regular and consistent basis. Robust and comprehensive professional development will enable you to make a positive impact on our students' academic achievement, and social and emotional well-being.
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