The duties include but are not limited to :
- Exhibits positive human relations skills.
- Facilitates positive relationships between students and staff.
- Evaluates the educational program and / or student progress.
- Communicates with parents / guardians, colleagues, and community groups.
- Demonstrates proficiency in written and oral communication.
- Maintains and submits records and reports.
- Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local board policies, and state and federal rules and regulations.
- Engages in personal professional growth and demonstrates professional ethics and leadership.
- Implements the school guidance curriculum.
- Guides and counsels groups and individual students through the development of educational and career plans.
- Counsels small groups and individual students with problems.
- Maintains hard copy and electronic folder of counseling documents for purposes of state monitoring.
- Maintains confidentiality and privacy of students' records.
- Consults with teachers, staff, and parents regarding the developmental needs of students.
- Refers students with severe problems to appropriate community resources in consultation with their parents.
- Participates in, coordinates, or conducts activities which contribute to the effective operations of the school.
- Evaluates and revises the building guidance program.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the principal.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Must have a Valid Alabama Teaching Certificate in School Counseling.
Master's Degree in School Counseling preferred.
Teaching experience is preferred.
SALARY : Based on MCPSS Salary Schedule, depending on degree and experience.
Applicants selected for certified positions must have undergone an ABI / FBI criminal history background check (fingerprinting administered through sites selected and approved by the MCPSS and State of Alabama Education Department) and been declared suitable and fit to teach under state law.
Applicants selected must also pass a drug-screening test via forms provided by Human Resources during the selection process.
THE MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.