Counselor - Middle School

1 week ago

Gresham, Oregon, United States Gresham-Barlow School District Full time
Position Type:
Certified/Licensed

Date Posted:
5/28/2024

Location:
Clear Creek Middle School

Posting Date: May 28, 2024

Start Date: August 26, 2024

Counselor - Middle School

Clear Creek Middle School

192 Contract days, Probationary Contract

1.0 FTE

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. Apply through

Qualifications: State of Oregon School Counselor license with K-12 authorization, and current First Aid Card.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the desired qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our desired qualifications described. If you are unsure whether you meet the desired qualifications of this position, or how this would be determined, please feel free to contact Human Resources to discuss your application. Preference will be given to those applicants with work or lived experience with culturally, linguistically and racially diverse communities.

Job Summary:

The job of "Counselor - Middle School" is done for the purpose/s of providing information on students' functioning and recommendations regarding their successful transition to high school; developing plans and/or providing information regarding students' goals; and securing appropriate placement of students.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Advises students, parents, and guardians for the purpose of providing information on students' progress and/or recommendations regarding their successful transition to high school
  • Coordinates with teachers, resources specialists and/or community (e.g. courts, child protective services, etc.) for the purpose of providing requested information, gaining needed information and/or making recommendations
  • Counsels students, parents, and guardians for the purpose of enhancing student success in school
  • Monitors student records for the purpose of developing plans and/or providing information regarding students' goals
  • Prepares documentation (e.g. observations, progress, contacts with parents, teachers, outside professionals, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support, developing recommendations and/or conveying information
  • Presents information on various topics (e.g. behavior management, etc.) for the purpose of providing required information and/or advice
  • Schedules student classes for the purpose of securing an appropriate placement and meeting their graduation and college eligibility requirements
Other Job Functions:
  • Administers various proficiency tests for the purpose of assisting in determining student's placement and/or eligibility for a potential course of study
  • Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
  • Participates in various extracurricular school and/or community activities for the purpose of providing supervision and/or representing the school at such events
  • Supervises assigned programs (e.g. peer counseling, special education, etc.) for the purpose of monitoring performance and achieving overall curriculum objectives
Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:
  • Skills to communicate effectively, problem solve.
  • Knowledge of curriculum, education code, district policies, problem-solving methodology.
  • Abilities to sit for prolonged periods, maintain and verify completeness of records, meet schedules and deadlines, communicate with persons of varied cultural and educational backgrounds, communicate in oral and written form. Significant physical abilities include reaching/handling/fingering, talking/hearing conversations, near visual acuity/visual accommodation.
  • Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required: State of Oregon School Counselor License, and current First Aid Card.
Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.

Gresham-Barlow School District recognizes the diversity and worth of all individuals and groups. It is the policy of this district and the board of education that there will be no discrimination or harassment of individuals or groups in any educational programs, activities or employment. Gresham-Barlow provides equal access to individuals with disabilities.

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