Howard County Public School System
School Counselor (K-12) Candidate Pool
Howard County Public School System, Santa Rosa, California, United States, 95407
School Counselor
Under the direction of the school principal and the Coordinator of School Counseling, School Counselors promote student success, provide preventive services, and respond to identified student needs by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program that addresses academic, career, and social/emotional development for all students. Applicants must meet all the following qualifications, listed below, to be considered for the vacancy. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an applicable field of education. Certification: Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) certification: School Counselor Guidance Counselor Skills: Knowledge of national, state and local school counseling standards and adhere to professional and ethical standards of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA). Plan, develop and deliver effective school counseling services. Knowledge of growth and developmental stages for child and adolescent development. Excellent oral, written, speaking and analytical skills. Ability to work with culturally diverse populations. Outstanding human relations skills. Ability to properly maintain confidential information. Leadership and advocacy in working with all stakeholders within the school and community. The duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by this job classification. This is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements and does not limit the assignment of additional related duties for the position. Not all duties assigned are included, nor are all duties listed performed in every office or every day. Collaborate with school administration to develop comprehensive, data-driven school counseling programs designed to meet the needs of students and student groups. Annually develop strategies and goals to guide the effective implementation of the school counseling program that is aligned to district expectations for best practice, State School Counseling Curriculum Standard Course of Study, and is informed by current individual school data. Communicate the goals of the comprehensive school counseling program to education stakeholders. Maintain current and appropriate resources for education stakeholders. Provide direct services through the school counseling curriculum, individual student planning, and preventive and responsive services. Provide support to school and district collaborative processes designed to support students in need. Implement developmentally appropriate and prevention-oriented group activities to meet student needs and school goals. Monitor student academic performance, behavior and attendance to assist all students, individually or in groups, with developing academic, career and social emotional skills, goals, and plans. Accurately and appropriately interpret and utilize student data. Facilitate appropriate data-driven interventions and utilize appropriate counseling strategies to support all students. Consult and collaborate effectively with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, and other educational/community resources regarding students with identified concerns and needs. Implement an effective referral and follow-up process as needed. Accurately and appropriately use assessment procedures for determining and structuring individual and group counseling services. Assist teachers, parents/guardians and other stakeholders in interpreting and understanding student data. Participate in professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills. Use available technology resources to enhance the school counseling program. Adhere to laws, policies, procedures, and ethical standards of the school counseling profession. Measure results of the comprehensive school counseling program activities and share results as appropriate with relevant stakeholders. Use this data to inform program improvement. Establish relationships with administrators, curricular office staff, colleagues, students, families, and the school community that reflect recognition of and respect for every individual. Appraise his/her own effectiveness and demonstrate successful application of skills and information acquired to increase effectiveness. Participate in and share responsibility for the safe and orderly operation of schools. Attend staff meetings, district professional learning, events, and serve on staff committees when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms. The above list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training, and experience as they relate to the requirements and preferred qualifications of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, dates, and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Compensation: The salary for 10-month and 11-month positions will be based on the teacher's salary scale. Actual salary placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime. Note: Elementary and Middle School placements will adhere to the 10 Month teacher scale. High School placements will adhere to the 11 Month teacher scale. Retirement: Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). A qualifying employee cannot reject membership, nor can an ineligible employee elect membership. The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee's annual salary. Benefits: HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit. Pre-Employment Requirements: Professional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment. Recommended candidates will be required to provide references from current and recent supervisors. All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing. Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship. For questions regarding this posting, please contact Nellonda Whitaker: Nellonda_Whitaker@hcpss.org. HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Under the direction of the school principal and the Coordinator of School Counseling, School Counselors promote student success, provide preventive services, and respond to identified student needs by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program that addresses academic, career, and social/emotional development for all students. Applicants must meet all the following qualifications, listed below, to be considered for the vacancy. Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an applicable field of education. Certification: Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) certification: School Counselor Guidance Counselor Skills: Knowledge of national, state and local school counseling standards and adhere to professional and ethical standards of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA). Plan, develop and deliver effective school counseling services. Knowledge of growth and developmental stages for child and adolescent development. Excellent oral, written, speaking and analytical skills. Ability to work with culturally diverse populations. Outstanding human relations skills. Ability to properly maintain confidential information. Leadership and advocacy in working with all stakeholders within the school and community. The duties listed are typical examples of the work performed by this job classification. This is not an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements and does not limit the assignment of additional related duties for the position. Not all duties assigned are included, nor are all duties listed performed in every office or every day. Collaborate with school administration to develop comprehensive, data-driven school counseling programs designed to meet the needs of students and student groups. Annually develop strategies and goals to guide the effective implementation of the school counseling program that is aligned to district expectations for best practice, State School Counseling Curriculum Standard Course of Study, and is informed by current individual school data. Communicate the goals of the comprehensive school counseling program to education stakeholders. Maintain current and appropriate resources for education stakeholders. Provide direct services through the school counseling curriculum, individual student planning, and preventive and responsive services. Provide support to school and district collaborative processes designed to support students in need. Implement developmentally appropriate and prevention-oriented group activities to meet student needs and school goals. Monitor student academic performance, behavior and attendance to assist all students, individually or in groups, with developing academic, career and social emotional skills, goals, and plans. Accurately and appropriately interpret and utilize student data. Facilitate appropriate data-driven interventions and utilize appropriate counseling strategies to support all students. Consult and collaborate effectively with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, and other educational/community resources regarding students with identified concerns and needs. Implement an effective referral and follow-up process as needed. Accurately and appropriately use assessment procedures for determining and structuring individual and group counseling services. Assist teachers, parents/guardians and other stakeholders in interpreting and understanding student data. Participate in professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills. Use available technology resources to enhance the school counseling program. Adhere to laws, policies, procedures, and ethical standards of the school counseling profession. Measure results of the comprehensive school counseling program activities and share results as appropriate with relevant stakeholders. Use this data to inform program improvement. Establish relationships with administrators, curricular office staff, colleagues, students, families, and the school community that reflect recognition of and respect for every individual. Appraise his/her own effectiveness and demonstrate successful application of skills and information acquired to increase effectiveness. Participate in and share responsibility for the safe and orderly operation of schools. Attend staff meetings, district professional learning, events, and serve on staff committees when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms. The above list is a summary of the functions of the job, not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all possible job responsibilities, tasks, and duties. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training, and experience as they relate to the requirements and preferred qualifications of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all related education, dates, and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Compensation: The salary for 10-month and 11-month positions will be based on the teacher's salary scale. Actual salary placement will be in accordance with the salary procedures of the Howard County Public School System. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, this position is exempt from overtime. Note: Elementary and Middle School placements will adhere to the 10 Month teacher scale. High School placements will adhere to the 11 Month teacher scale. Retirement: Membership in the Maryland State Retirement Agency (MSRA) pension plan is a mandatory condition of employment for all employees who meet the eligibility and membership criteria defined in the State Personnel and Pensions Article and the Code of Maryland Regulations (COMAR). A qualifying employee cannot reject membership, nor can an ineligible employee elect membership. The annual contribution to the pension plan will be 7% of an employee's annual salary. Benefits: HCPSS offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Information about additional benefits such as paid time off can be found in the negotiated agreement for employees in this bargaining unit. Pre-Employment Requirements: Professional references will be contacted prior to any offer of employment. Recommended candidates will be required to provide references from current and recent supervisors. All employees, regular and temporary, must be fingerprinted, have a criminal background investigation completed, and successfully complete the Maryland Employment History Review, pursuant to Section 6-113.2 of the Education Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. In addition, some positions will require completion of a physical examination and/or drug testing. Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the United States. HCPSS participates in E-Verify and does not offer employee sponsorship. For questions regarding this posting, please contact Nellonda Whitaker: Nellonda_Whitaker@hcpss.org. HCPSS celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind. HCPSS is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees in providing them with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at HCPSS are based on organizational needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, veteran status or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.