K-8 School Counselor
Location
South Carolina
Posted
16 days ago
Salary
0
Seniority
Senior
Job Description
K-8 School Counselor
Connections Academy
• Advise students and families related to academics, career planning and graduation • Keep abreast of all high school graduation requirements, including special requirements such as community service, and communicate this information to the Manager of Counseling and to the Assistant Principal • Assist students and parents with the secondary school course selection process according to specific state credit and graduation requirements and student needs and interests • Review student transcripts and the entry of credits into the online transcript system • Follow procedures to ensure that Connections Academy transcripts are accurate and up-to-date • Implement programs for students and families related to interpersonal adjustment issues • Participate in the development of crisis prevention and management plans for the school and serve as a key member of the Student Support Team (SST)
Job Requirements
- South Carolina certification in School Counseling
- Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products)
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
- Customer focused approach
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
- High degree of flexibility
- Team player with demonstrated leadership skills
- Demonstrated ability to work well in fast-paced environment
- Willingness to travel on occasion for marketing and state testing events (may require occasional overnight travel)
- Must be able to use a personal electronic device and an email address for two-step authentication
Benefits
- Equal Opportunity Employer
- Health insurance
- Professional development
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