Job Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic, compassionate, and experienced individual to join our team as a Counselor at our Arbor Academy, 55 Arbor Street, Battle Creek, MI 49015.
SUMMARY:
School counselors provide the following services: academic and career development, social/emotional development, advocacy, and leadership. The professional should not be assigned inappropriate duties that could take them away from their primary responsibilities of delivering services to students. Serve as liaison with school staff and outside resources. To provide students with exemplary, ongoing support and services to ensure students graduate in a timely manner and are college and/or career ready.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
1. Bachelor’s degree in counseling, social work or related field: Master’s degree preferred.
2. Minimum 3 years of successful demonstration competence as a school-based counselor.
3. Valid appropriate certification or licensing as required by State law.
4. The role of a Michigan school counselor can be fulfilled by individuals who hold any of the following credentials:
a. Temporary School Counselor License (TSCL) for those that completed courses out of state.
b. Preliminary School Counselor Credential (PSCC)
c. Michigan Teaching Certificate with the school counselor endorsement (NT)
d. School Counselor License (SCL)
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support and fully participate in a school culture that focuses on student learning.
- Set high expectations and standards for the achievement of students and personal performance.
- Offer resources, professional expertise and coaching that supports student achievement of school’s academic standards of eligible students.
- Use multiple sources of data collection to analyze barriers to student achievement and to assess, identify and apply to the improvement of the behavior management program.
- Provide responsive services to meet the needs of students, including individual, group, and crisis response counseling.
- Assisting students in developing positive relationships with peers and adults.
- Assisting students who may be experiencing difficult life circumstances.
- Monitoring students overall academic performance and collaborating with staff members to develop necessary academic support for students.
- Consulting with individual students/parents to discuss academic gaps and research potential supports or interventions.
- Advising students on dual enrollment opportunities and/or early/middle college opportunities.
LEADERSHIP AND SOCIAL/EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:
· Assisting students in developing healthy coping strategies for successful school and life transitions.
· Advocating for school counseling programs and positive learning environments that focus on student learning and achievement by collaborating and connecting with teachers, administrators, staff, parents, and the community.
· Demonstrating a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
· Complete and/or support the completion of all required reports with local, state, and federal education agencies, the Board of Education, and the authorizer.
· Use technology effectively for administrative, instructional and communications functions.
· Share responsibility for professional, cooperative staff relations.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Satisfactory criminal background check.
Valid driver license.
This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of students and contribute to the growth and success of our school community. If you are passionate about education and possess the necessary qualifications, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Grade levels:
- Elementary school
- Middle school
Physical setting:
- Charter school
- Public school
Schedule:
Experience:
- School Counselor: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- School Counselor License (Required)
- Michigan Teaching Certificate, school counselor endorsement (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Battle Creek, MI 49015 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Battle Creek, MI 49015: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person