JOB SUMMARY
This position provides guidance for all students to be socially and academically successful. All students are to be prepared with a plan to successfully transition to high school.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential duties of this position include the following. Employees in this position must be able to perform with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation. Employees in this position perform some or all of the following tasks. Other duties may be assigned.
- Master’s Degree with Valid Oregon Counseling License issued through TSPC or a School Psychologist license issued through the State Department of Education
- Coursework/experience in the principles and practices of educational guidance, testing and measurement, psychology of learning, analysis of behavior in attitude change, group dynamics and physical and mental development of the individual child
- Ability to provide quality counseling for all students referred by teachers, administrator or parents
- Ability to facilitate social and emotional growth among students and to promote academic and overall positive school experiences
- Ability to assure that students have the opportunity to explore, develop and express themselves intellectually, socially and emotionally
- Ability to Implement Oregon’s Framework for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs
- Coordinates section 504 Plan development, updates and implementation
- Ability to assist students in solving problems related to home, health and emotional adjustments
- Ability to communicate with individuals of varied cultural and educational backgrounds
- Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with students, parents, staff and community agencies
- Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with student, staff and/or parent information
- Such alternative to the above requirements as the School Board or the Administration may deem appropriate and acceptable.
- Implements a guidance program following state and district goals that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs and development of students
- Participates in parent, teacher and student conferences as requested and initiates such conferences as needed.
- Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student conduct and supports the teaching staff in developing reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedures
- Maintains accurate, complete and confidential records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations
- Participates in the development and implementation of an individualized education program (IEP) as requested
- Administers appropriate tests to students and coordinates or assists with the building testing program as requested
- Writes, implements and assesses individual student actions plans as needed
- Provides individual and group sessions to assist in peer relations and behavioral change, problem solving, decision making, responsibility, self-understanding and other areas related to cognitive and affective domains
- Provides consultation services to school staff related to major concepts of a preventative approach
- Successfully plan and deliver classroom lessons related to the school counseling core curriculum
- Develops and maintains open lines of communication between the school and home
- Coordinates student and family needs with community resources as appropriate, i.e. mental health, juvenile department, health department, ESD, DARE, etc.
- Makes referrals to other agencies as appropriate
- Keeps abreast of laws, rules, policies and trends regarding guidance and counseling
- Strives to maintain and improve professional competence through an ongoing program of reading, workshops, seminars, conferences and/or advanced coursework at institutions of higher learning
- Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as requested
- Initiates and maintains communication with colleagues
- Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students, parents and staff
- Act as a friendly ambassador of the Mt. Angel School District
- Develops and implements individual students plans for graduation and college and career readiness
- Perform such other tasks (which may require knowledge of other job descriptions) as may seem to be appropriate to the Board or Administration.
- Abides by federal and state laws and school district policies, procedures and rules.
- Professionally represents the school and the District in interactions with community and staff.
- Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours as required.
- Complies with applicable District, state, local and federal laws, rules and regulations.
- Attends work regularly and is punctual.
Perform such other duties (which may require knowledge of other job descriptions) as may be assigned.
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Middle School Counselor
Mt. Angel Middle School
1.0 FTE Position-Temporary
POSTING DATE: 12/27/18
PAY RANGE: $39,587 - $69,021
Benefits include: District-paid premium for medical, vision and dental HSA-compliant plans. District pays PERS and contributes to HSA annually for full-time employees.
CONTRACT LENGTH: 192 Days (Adjusted)
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master’s Degree with Valid Oregon School Counseling License or School Psychologist License
- Previous AVID experience or training preferred
- Bilingual preferred
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To apply, complete an application at https://mtangel.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx.
Only complete applications will be considered. A complete application must include the following:
- Letter of interest
- Resume
- Three current letters of recommendation
- Counseling license or School Psychologist license (copy)
- College transcripts
DEADLINE: Position open until filled. Applications will be screened as they are received and interviews will begin when the District believes it has received sufficient qualified applications.
START DATE: ASAP
CONTACT: Jill Holland, Administrative Assistant
PO Box 1129 Mt. Angel, Oregon 97362
Phone: 503.845.2345 Fax: 503.845.2789 |