What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hinsdale Elementary School Counselor, Long-Term Substitute position at Hinsdale School District?
Hinsdale Elementary School is in search of an experienced school counselor to serve as a long-term substitute. The general responsibilities of the position include: Assists in developing comprehensive developmental school guidance and counseling plan that is based on student needsDevelops activities, resources, and time lines to implement the goals and objectives of the comprehensive school guidance and counseling planInvolves school personnel in the decision-making process related to implementing a comprehensive guidance program.Conducts public awareness initiatives to highlight guidance and counseling program activities, services, and accomplishmentsProvides individual and group counseling for students to meet their remedial, preventative, and developmental needs.Assesses the progress of students in counseling and evaluates the overall effectiveness of the counseling interventionsDemonstrates positive human relationships by showing respect for the worth and dignity of all students from all cultural and environmental backgroundsShares appropriate information with school personnel, parents, and community agencies about the needs and concerns of studentsNetworks with community agencies as neededCollaborates with classroom teachers to provide a classroom developmental guidance curriculum in the area of personal, social, educational, and career developmentProvides classroom guidance lessons that are developmentally appropriateUses teaching and classroom management strategies that are conducive to learningAssesses the effectiveness of the classroom guidance curriculumDescribes the nature of consultation services to faculty and parentsHelps teachers and parents meet the specialized needs of students through mutual problem-solving techniques.Helps coordinate school-wide testing programs and disseminates results to parents and staffServes as Chairperson for the Child Concern TeamAssist with coordination of outreach programs. Maintains professional competencies through in-service educational activities and other professional growth opportunitiesOperates according to the ethical code of the school counseling professionPerforms other duties as assigned by the building principal