Memphis-Shelby County Schools

Professional School Counselor- 10 Month

Memphis-Shelby County Schools  •  Memphis, TN (Onsite)  •  8 days ago
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Job Description

Purpose and Scope

Assist in planning, implement and assess the school’s guidance program designed to increase the academic, social, emotional and environmental strengths of students. The position is responsible for performing both professional and administrative tasks as necessary. The position works independently, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Essential Job Functions

  • Implements a comprehensive guidance and counseling program based on state and District standards; collaborates with supervisor, other counselors, principal, assistant principals, faculty, staff and community resources in the planning, coordination and assessment of the counseling program.
  • Counsels individuals and groups of students in setting and developing strategies for the achievement of academic, social/personal development and other identified goals.
  • Facilitates crisis intervention as needed to ensure school/student safety.
  • Provides peer mediation as needed for students.
  • Works to discover and develop special abilities of students.
  • Works to resolve students' educational handicaps.
  • Administers various tests to assess the development and needs of students.
  • Provides referrals to various school, District and community services when appropriate.
  • Establishes and maintains confidential student case files; prepares and submits required records and reports.
  • Attends meetings with staff and service providers to discuss individual student education plans and progress.
  • Conducts conferences with parents to discuss student progress and problems; assists in presenting parent workshops as required.
  • Participates with the principal and assistant principal the coordination of student registration, course selection and student scheduling.
  • Conducts data analysis of attendance, detention and failure rates and other factors to help determine guidance counseling needs in assigned school.
  • May assist in monitoring students during recess and in the cafeteria, and/or during student drop-off or dismissal.
  • Receives and responds to inquiries, concerns and complaints in areas of responsibility.
  • Performs routine administrative/office tasks as required, including but not limited to preparing correspondence, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, sending and receiving faxes, entering and retrieving computer data, ordering supplies.
  • Attends training, conferences and workshops as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or directed.

    • Minimum Qualifications

    Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master’s Degree in school counseling, plus an additional one (1) years related experience, for a total education/experience of seven (7) years. Requires state certification in Guidance and Counseling.

    Degree Equivalency Formula:

    Bachelor’s Degree= 4 years plus required years of experience.

    Master’s Degree= 2 years plus required years of experience. Where Master’s degrees are required, years for Bachelor’s Degrees must be included.

    Memphis-Shelby County Schools

    About Memphis-Shelby County Schools

    A Major, Urban School District on the

    Cutting Edge of Closing the Achievement Gap

    Our Mission

    Memphis-Shelby County Schools is one of the 25 largest school districts in the nation located in a large city with a hometown feel, Memphis, TN. Here in the Bluff City, we are dedicated to preparing all students for success in learning, leadership, and life.

    • Our promise is that by 2025, 80% of our students will be college & career ready, 90% will graduate high school, and 100% of graduates will enroll in post-secondary education.

    • Our work is deeply rooted in the belief that every child is capable of learning and that education is the great equalizer. With 84% of all students considered economically disadvantaged, Memphis-Shelby County Schools truly is a place where progressive leaders in education can make a difference in the lives of our country’s most underserved children.

    Our Future

    Though our challenges are significant, we are a district on the rise.

    • Memphis-Shelby County Schools has been a level 5 growth district—the highest achievable level in TN--for the past three years.

    • Memphis-Shelby County Schools has seen district-wide math proficiency scores double in the past three years.

    • Memphis-Shelby County Schools I-Zone schools were once performing in the bottom 5% of TN, and are now making significant gains towards the goal of performing amongst the top 25% within five years.

    We are a district committed to progressive strategies and practices that promote student achievement. We do this by ensuring that every classroom has an effective teacher and every school is operated by staff and leaders committed to excellence.

    Industry
    Government & Public Safety
    Company Size
    5,001-10,000 employees
    Headquarters
    Memphis, TN
    Year Founded
    Unknown
    Website
    scsk12.org
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