Guidance Counselor - Balance 22-23 School Year Job at Westerly Public Schools

Westerly Public Schools Westerly, RI 02891

$49,451 - $89,336 a year
    JobID: 841

    Position Type:
    Student Support Services/Guidance Counselor
    Date Posted:
    3/24/2023
    Location:
    District

    Job Title: Guidance Counselor - 2022-2023 SY only
    Location: District - Anticipated Westerly Middle School

    Class Title: Temporary - Non Exempt
    Effective Date: 03/24/23

    Salary Range: $ 49,450.80 - $ 89,335.82
    Hours per week: Full Time

    General Statement: Under the direction of the secondary principal, this position will be responsible for providing guidance to secondary students regarding a wide variety of career information and materials; communicating with students, faculty, parents and community representatives concerning career planning and college entrance.

    Responsibilities:

    • Make him/herself available to all students seeking guidance and counseling services.
    • Advocate on behalf of the student and/or his/her family. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.
    • Facilitate outreach efforts to provide services to students, parents/guardians and staff.
    • Schedule students in appropriate courses.
    • Consult with students, parents and staff to assist students with academic/career planning.
    • Assist students with scholarship, college entrance, and financial aid applications.
    • Serve as the School to Work, Education for Employment, Tech-Prep and District Assessment Coordinator (DAC).
    • Schedule and coordinate Student Assessment Tests as well as the ACT, PSAT, SAT, etc.
    • Compile and submit data for the Course Offering Report.
    • Obtains, organizes, files and displays guidance materials; catalog and prepare for use by students; maintain displays and bulletin boards.
    • Plans, organizes, develops and implements career events and publications.
    • Maintains current lists and bulletins concerning scholarships and other financial aids available; provide information concerning specialized scholarships and assistance in completing application forms.
    • Develops and maintains a current and comprehensive occupational library including information on careers and career clusters, employment prospects and trends and employment requirements and opportunities; obtain and circulate current college catalogs.
    • Prepares letters, flyers, mailers and other materials to publicize Career Center services, resources and speaker programs.
    • Performs related duties as assigned.
    Qualifications:
    • Experience:
      • Five years’ experience in a Secondary School setting is preferred.
      • Career and occupational resources, trends, and opportunities.
      • College entrance requirements and procedures.
    • Education:
      • Bachelor’s degree required.
    • Certification & Licensing:
      • Must meet the current RI Department of Education requirements and or certifications.
    • Authorized to work in the USA
    • Current national background check without disqualifying results at time of hire.
    Please note: As a District position, placement is always based on Student and District needs through the school year. This position is also subject to lay off at the end of the school year. We encourage internal movements that increase innovation, and encourage employees to stay and grow within our District.

    Questions can be directed to: HR@Westerly.k12.ri.us
    Westerly Public School District is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. If special accommodations are needed call 401-315-1500, 48 hours in advance.




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