What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Counselor position at Kipp Metro Atlanta Collaborative Inc?
Organizational Overview:
KIPP Atlanta Schools is part of the KIPP (Knowledge is Power Program) national network of free, open enrollment, college preparatory schools dedicated to ensuring that every child grows up free to create the future they want for themselves and their communities. There are 280 KIPP schools in 21 states and the District of Columbia serving more than 175,000 scholars and alumni. KIPP Metro Atlanta currently operates 11 schools including five primary schools, six middle schools and one high school, as well as KIPP Forward which supports scholars on their journey to a choice-filled life. We are a social justice organization and our vision and mission require the work of dedicated, bold and skilled leaders, educators, and support staff who are committed to serving as the catalyst for joyful, academically excellent schools and the foundation for building a more just and equitable world for our scholars.
Job Overview:
The school counselor provides personal, academic, and career counseling to scholars, teachers, parents, and others. The school counselor ensures guidance and counseling programs are implemented and that scholars and community members are supported.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provide a variety of counseling supports including, but not limited to: responsive services, system support, individual, group, classroom guidance, social emotional, and career exploration
- Lead the develop on community programs such as drug free schools programs and career activities
- When necessary, refer students and parents to outside agencies and specialists
- Promote an understanding and appreciation for diverse populations
- Monitor and advises students and parents on progress toward promotion and/or graduation
- Collaborate with faculty, staff, and parents to better understand and meet the needs of all scholars
- Collaborate with teachers to plan and deliver counseling curriculum lessons
- Assist scholars in the areas of academic development, career development, and citizenship development, as well as emotional and social development
- Continually plan, evaluate, and revise the school counseling program
- Individual student academic program planning
- Interpret student records as it pertains to counseling/academic supports
- Ensure records for counseling/academic support are maintained per state and federal law
- Provide teachers with suggestions for effective classroom management
- Advocate for students at student support meetings, study teams, and school attendance review boards
- Support school leader in crisis management practices
- Contact state and local authorities for child abuse/neglect issues
Additional Information:
Compensation
Compensation for this role is between $70,000 - $85,000 The starting pay will depend on various factors that may include but are not limited to professional experience, education, training, and certifications.
We offer a competitive salary that depends on prior experience, as well as a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- 8 days of Paid Time Off, in addition to identified holidays and regular school breaks including Fall Break, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Mid-Winter Break, Spring Break and Summer Break.
- Comprehensive health insurance (medical and dental), life insurance and optional short and long term disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Participation in Georgia retirement plan and an optional 403(b) retirement plan
Location & Work Conditions
This position requires candidates to be based in Atlanta and regularly be in schools and able to attend in person meetings and events. Additional in person time may be necessary based upon organizational needs.
Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s degree preferred
GaPSC Certification in School Counseling
Experience in Urban Education
A passion for being a part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
A passion for helping colleagues grow, develop, and hone their instructional practice
Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of traditionally under-served students
Values the Five Pillars of KIPP: High Expectations, Choice and Commitment, More Time, Power to Lead, and Focus on Results
Belief that success is driven by: High Expectations; KIPP Through College; Strength of Character; Safe, Structured and Nurturing Environments; Highly Effective Teachers and Leaders
Values Parental Input and Feedback
Salary : $70,000 - $85,000
