RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

This list is illustrative only and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of tasks performed by this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job

• Reviews transcripts and evaluates course credits; co-develops and implements student scheduling, career-technical education, Educational Development Plans (EDP), and college counseling.
• Monitors students’ overall academic performance and collaborate with school leadership, staff members to develop necessary academic supports for students and advise student on credits required to successfully meet graduation requirements.
• Uses available Technology/community resources to enhance school counseling program and collects and analyzes data related to student academic performance, attendance, and behavior to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Consults with individual students/parents to discuss academic gaps and research potential supports or interventions.
• Delivers core curriculum lessons that equip students with the necessary test-taking, time management and/or organization tools to be successful.
• Advises students on dual enrollment opportunities and/or early/middle college opportunities.
• Through classroom, small group, and individual student planning, assists students in developing a post-secondary plan.
• Delivers career assessments and core curriculum lessons that assist students in identifying personal characteristics that lead to potential career opportunities.
• Assists students in post-secondary research to identify training/educational opportunities that lead to the necessary skills/certifications/licensure to pursue a career.
• Facilitates college representative visits, military exploration opportunities and financial aid workshops/assistance for students and parents, as well as organizing and delivering college fairs.
• Advises students on potential Career and Technical Education opportunities that provide them with career exploration, work-based learning experiences and opportunities to earn certifications and credentials leading to entry-level employment.
• Observes, evaluates and intervenes regarding student's performance, classroom behavior, social development and physical health.
• Provides responsive services to meet the needs of students, including individual, group and crisis response counseling.
• Assists students in developing positive relationships with peers and adults.
• Provides assistance and leadership with conflict resolution and crisis intervention to students when difficult situations occur at school or home.
• Connects students and families with community resources through referrals.
• Assists students in developing healthy coping strategies for successful school and life transitions.
• Assists students in developing interpersonal communication skills.
• Delivers core curriculum lessons that equip students to become positive members of their school and community.
• Maintains appropriate confidential records on students in the assigned area.
• Performs administrative duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned. These may be changed or modified from time to time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Knowledge of academic advising and educational counseling principles, including course selection, graduation requirements, and college admissions processes.
• Knowledge of career assessment tools, vocational training options, and job market trends to help students make informed career choices.
• Sensitivity to cultural and diversity issues, including the ability to work with students from various backgrounds.
• Familiarity with adolescent development, and understanding the unique needs and challenges of high school students.
• Ability to listen actively, empathize with students' concerns, and provide appropriate guidance.
• Ability to work effectively with all racial, ethnic, linguistic, disability, socioeconomic, and multicultural groups.
• Ability to remain tactful, calm, and persuasive in controversial and confrontational situations.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Strong autonomy, reliability, responsibility, dependability, and focus on excellent customer service
• Ability to perform data entry and maintain records correctly.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive and productive working relationships.