Secondary School Counselor - Maricopa, Arizona

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$60,000 - $100,000 (USD) per year
Maricopa Unified School District #20 · Human Resources · 44150 W Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway · Maricopa, Arizona 85138 · main number · POSITION TITLE: Secondary Counselor · COMPENSATION: Salary based on Board Approved Compensation Plan · CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time Exempt · WORK C ...
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Maricopa Unified School District #20
Human Resources
44150 W Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway
Maricopa, Arizona 85138
main number

POSITION TITLE: Secondary Counselor
COMPENSATION: Salary based on Board Approved Compensation Plan
CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time Exempt
WORK CALENDAR: Board Approved Work Calendar – Exempt 200 Days
REPORTS TO: School Principal


POSITION SUMMARY:
The Secondary Counselor will be responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering a
comprehensive school counseling program to support students' academic, career, and
personal/social development. The counselor will collaborate with students, parents, staff, and the community to ensure student success and well-being.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

  •  Provide direct student services, including individual and group counseling, academic advising, and career planning.
  •  Deliver structured classroom lessons and small group interventions focused on academic, career, and personal/social development.
  • Furnishes required reports to CPS, legal system and other involved agencies, as
    necessary
  • Assist students in developing goals and creating educational and career plans.
  • Implement responsive services to support students, parents, and staff, including crisis intervention, consultation, and referrals.
  • Serve as a member of the District Crisis Response Team, Threat Assessment Team,
    and other safety-related teams as needed.
  • Participate in IEP and 504 meetings and assist in implementing necessary
    accommodations and supports.
  • Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and community organizations to support
    student success.
  • Coordinate student transitions between elementary to middle school and middle
    school to high school to ensure a seamless academic progression.
  • Assist with graduation planning, annual credit audits, and student scheduling to
    ensure students are on track for graduation.
  • Use student performance data and assessment results to guide the development
    and implementation of the counseling program.
  • Educate and engage students and families regarding safety, mental health, and
    wellness initiatives.
  • Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with FERPA and ASCA Ethical
    Standards.
  • Conduct an annual school counseling program audit and present findings to school
    Administration.
  • Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current on best
    practices in school counseling.
  •  Other duties as assigned
  • KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

  • Knowledge of academic planning, career counseling, and personal/social
    development strategies.
  • Understanding of crisis intervention techniques and referral processes.
    Ability to collaborate effectively with students, staff, families, and community partners.
  • Strong knowledge of FERPA, ASCA, and professional ethical standards for school
    counselors.
  • Skilled in data analysis to make informed decisions about counseling services.
  • EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

  • Arizona Counseling Licensure as determined by the Arizona Department of Education
  • CLEARANCES: (Prospective employees must have the following clearances before serving students.)

  • Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
  • Valid Arizona Driver's License (if required)
  • ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • Travel between school sites may be required.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
  • Must be able to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
  • AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
    The Maricopa Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age or sexual orientation in admission and access to its programs, services, activities, or in any aspect of their operations and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The Maricopa Unified School District also does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices. The following employees have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

    Title IX Coordinator
    Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources:
    Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Hwy Maricopa, AZ 85138
    Telephone Number:

    Section 504/ADA Coordinator
    Director of Exceptional Student Services
    Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Hwy Maricopa, AZ 85138
    Telephone Number:

    Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website



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