- Bachelor's degree School Guidance and Counseling program
- Master's degree in a School Guidance and Counseling program is desired
- Arizona Guidance Counselor Certification
- Valid Arizona Driver's License is required
- Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Experience with diverse student populations
- Knowledge of child development
- Knowledge of behavior management strategies and techniques
- Must be capable of developing effective behavior management programs
- Knowledge of conflict resolution and problem solving techniques
- Knowledge of District policies, procedures, organizational structure and school requirements
- Strong knowledge of the English language including reading, writing and oral communication with extensive skills in spelling, punctuation and grammar
- Knowledge of Spanish including reading, writing and oral communication is desired
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with students, parents, staff and administration
- Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
- Must be capable of working under pressure and dealing with several assignments concurrently regarding a variety of issues
- Knowledge of technology including computers (Word, Excel), copiers, fax machines and other applicable office equipment
- Must be an energetic, highly ethical and possess good emotional and physical health
- Optional flexible work hours to perform necessary duties
- Experience as a school counselor is preferred
- Assist with establishing a welcoming school climate and culture for all students, parents, and visitors
- Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with the principal, school personnel, students and parents
- Establish and maintain a well-known presence on campus by exhibiting positive interaction with students and staff
- Collaborate with school personnel and parents to identify at-risk students
- Screen and evaluate students referred for prevention or crisis interventions. and provide appropriate interventions and assistance
- Observe behavior of students both in out of the classroom
- Review attendance and truancy records to identify students who have excessive absences and tardies and develop and implement programs and/or interventions to increase student attendance
- Make home visits to discuss issues that may identify cause(s) for student's non-attendance
- Inform parents of Federal and State attendance law and policies
- Identify and provide information regarding community resources that support needs of students and their families
- Participate in the Child Study Team process
- Plan, present or facilitate parent and/or student presentations regarding behavior, attendance, academics, positive interpersonal relationships, internet usage; etc.
- Plan, present or facilitate staff inservices regarding issues affecting students educational progress; such as, strategies for student behavior management, academic achievement, positive reinforcement, violence prevention, conflict resolution, anti-bullying strategies, etc.
- Continually assist the administration, staff and parents with resources regarding strategies and techniques to enhance student success on and off campus
- When appropriate, work with the staff and administration to develop and implement a school-wide discipline program including, prevention and a reward system for positive behavior
- Explore and contact businesses for the purpose of obtaining donations for incentives for students
- Assist teachers and school staff in providing strategies for improved student success
- Plan and facilitate Peer Mediation by training student mediators and educating and instructing the student body and staff regarding the uses and effectiveness of the program
- Provide individual counseling sessions and support groups for students who exhibit problems with behavior, academics, peer relationships, home, attendance, etc.
- As requested, plan and teach learning activities in the classroom regarding behavior, peer relationships, anti-bully strategies, decision making, etc
- In consultation with parents, refer students with severe problems to appropriate community agencies
- Share in the responsibility of reviewing records of incoming students and attend multidisciplinary conferences as required.
- Recommend referrals to outside agencies as needed
- Assist the administration with contacting appropriate authorities for students who exhibit immediate and potential danger to self or others
- Maintain appropriate student records, data and documentation on services provided to students
- Use data to monitor individual student's grades or behavior referrals to assess and evaluate the progress of each student receiving on-site or off campus counseling and adjust strategies or programs a needed
- Assist the administration and staff to determine consequences for inappropriate student behavior and, if appropriate contact parents regarding concerns
- Plan and implement orientation activities for students and parents new to the school
- Assist the administration and staff with creating a smooth transition for all incoming 5th grade students into the middle schools and 8th grade students into high school
- Assist staff with Parent/Teacher Conferences
- Assist families with school related problems
- Keep open communication with school nurse, district Special Education Director and district psychologist
- Participate in district sponsored professional development workshops/inservices, attend professional meetings, read professional journals and publications, etc. for continued professional development
- Maintain strict confidentiality and use appropriate discretion when working with all district personnel and student and family records and/or information
- Support and follow the rules, regulations and policies set by the School Board, the assigned school and the District
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the Governing School Board, the Principal or his/her designee
- Nine (9) months
- School calendar will determine the days worked during the school year
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Classification: Certified
Salary: Certified Salary Schedule
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Qualifications:
Essential Duties and Requirements:
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