Guidance Counselor/Test Coordinator: Sherwood Campus

2 weeks ago

Baton Rouge, United States GEO Indiana Schools Full time

Description:

GEO Prep Academy-Sherwood Campus is a part of a network of high-quality charter schools managed by the GEO Foundation. It joins GEO Next Generation High School and GEO Prep Mid-City, delivering a high-quality K-12 learning experience to parents and students in the Baton Rouge community. GEO Prep Academy Sherwood campus is a tuition-free, 3-8 grade public charter school. Our teachers cultivate critical thinking skills students need to understand how the world works around them. Our dedicated faculty are committed to providing an outstanding education for students each day as they transition from elementary to middle school to high school and COLLEGE. Through our partnership with the local community college, our students will be able to take dual credit courses with the opportunity to earn college credit at no cost to the student. Our curriculum and our teaching methods are designed using Core Knowledge, Teach Like a Champion and blended learning model. We are a TAP school


REPORTS TO/TERM:

Principal and Associate Principal and GEO Foundation

This is a full-time position


ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS:
A Guidance Counselor is required to perform the following duties:


Requirements:

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Valid Louisiana License

· Bachelor's Degree in School Counseling

· Two or more years of successful Guidance Counseling as demonstrated by annual performance evaluations

· Experience in reviewing student transcripts, scheduling & graduation requirements


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Master's Degree in School Guidance Counseling

· Experience working with high school students in a non-traditional setting and/or an urban environment


School Test Coordinator with the administration and interpretation of State/District Testing and Advanced Academic testing programs (LEAP 2025, ELPT, PSAT, SAT, AP, ACT, etc.)

  • Provide clear and understandable explanations of test results to students and parents
  • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student assessments

Major Responsibilities and Duties:Guidance

  • Make decisions based on what is best for students
  • Guide students in developing self-awareness, social skills, and academic goals as they prepare for high school and beyond

Counseling

  • Counsel individual students and small groups on issues related to academic performance, peer relationships, self-esteem, and emotional regulation
  • Monitor students' academic progress, provide advising, and support their transition from middle to high school
  • Assist with high school endorsement selection and academic planning in alignment with students' strengths and interests

Consultation

  • Work closely with parents, teachers, and administrators to support students' academic and emotional well-being
  • Collaborate with school and community personnel to connect students with necessary resources
  • Develop and maintain positive working relationships with school professionals and community resource representatives
  • Utilize a referral process to connect students and families with specialized services as needed

Career and Personal Development

  • Introduce students to various career paths and help them explore interests through activities and programs designed for middle school students
  • Collaborate with local high schools to provide students with information about advanced academic opportunities and potential career pathways
  • Support students in developing skills and habits that will serve them in high school, college, and future careers

Assessment

  • Serve as the School Test Coordinator with the administration and interpretation of State/District Testing and Advanced Academic testing programs (LEAP 2025, ELPT, PSAT, SAT, AP, ACT, etc.)
  • Provide clear and understandable explanations of test results to students and parents
  • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student assessments

Program Management

  • Create, maintain, and support a learning environment that is academically, emotionally, and physically safe
  • Foster positive individual and group relationships with students and parents
  • Assist in the coordination of social and emotional learning programs on campus
  • Plan and implement guidance and counseling programs that address the developmental needs of middle school students
  • Educate staff, parents, and the community about the school's guidance program through information sessions and communications
  • Compile, maintain, and file all required reports, records, and documents in a timely and organized manner
  • Implement programs that address character education, bullying prevention, mental health awareness, and other key areas relevant to middle school students
  • Use data-driven decision-making to analyze student needs and adjust programming accordingly

Administration

  • Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in the guidance and counseling area
  • Follow all district and campus routines and regulations

Professional

  • Treat all students, teachers, parents, and staff with respect
  • Uphold ethical and legal standards and model professional, responsible behavior
  • Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with best practices in middle school counseling


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