College and Career Counselor

3 weeks ago

Newton, United States Newton Public Schools Full time
Position Type:
Counseling/Guidance Counselor/Social Worker/Counselor

Date Posted:
4/24/2024

Location:
Newton South High School Department: Counseling Job Title: College and Career Counselor FLSA Status:
(Exempt/Non-exempt) Exempt; Unit A Reports to: Counseling Department Chair
In compliance with state and federal laws, newton public schools is committed to equity, anti-racism and a nondiscrimination policy for students, employees and prospective applicants. All educational and employment determinations are based on an individual's qualifications and achievements without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, ancestry, homelessness, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by state and/or federal statute.

Summary:

The College and Career Counselor provides post-graduate planning support to students in grades 9-12. The most intense work is with juniors and seniors. The College and Career Counselor utilizes SCOIR for the College and Career readiness platform. There is a heavy emphasis on college counseling expertise. The position requires collaboration with school counselors, faculty, school administration and the Newton community. The Counselor attends college tours, workshops, and other post-graduation relevant programs. College and Career Counselor organizes and participates in a number of student/parent/caregiver evening events throughout the school year.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Counseling or Education;
  • MA School Counseling license and certification;
Desired Attributes:
  • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience;
  • Background working with diverse populations of students including first generation college-bound students


Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities (Not Limited To):
  • Strong counseling skills;
  • Conduct planning meetings with students and parents/caregivers representing diverse identities, priorities and goals;
  • Collaborate with other members of the department and school community;
  • Use SCOIR on a regular basis and provide SCOIR support to students and classroom educators;
  • Network with College Admission Representatives;
  • Organize events such as annual Financial Aid Night, College Admission Rep Visits, Junior Night, College Admission Panel, College Fairs/Nights;
  • Attend numerous college tours, conferences and workshops throughout the year;
  • Manage large amounts of college and career information for dissemination to students/parents/caregivers, educators etc
  • Support students to navigate their interests and passions through the pursuit of summer programs, internships, and extra-curricular
  • Manage the distribution of scholarship information
  • Expertise with college admissions trends and career pathway opportunities


Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Work Environment:
Work Environment: The office is located in the College and Career Center. The office is open for students to use so monitoring the space needs to occur on a regular basis.

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