Aug 30, 2024
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
- TrulyHired
- South Hadley, MA 01075, USA
Full-time
School Support
Job Description
Job Description
PVPA has an opportunity for a School Counselor for the first semester of the 2024-2025 school year beginning immediately. We are looking for a reflective practitioner who collaborates effectively with colleagues and understands the varied needs of students in grades 7-12. The ideal candidate will be interested in integrating the arts into the curriculum, teaching with a social justice lens, collaborating with students and colleagues, and has experience in implementing restorative practices in the classroom. The School Counselor's role is that of student advocate and support to help students achieve academic, personal/social and career success. Under the direction of the Director of Student Services, you will be responsible for: 1.Participate in the implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program that follows the Massachusetts Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs and is rooted in the ASCA model framework 2.Use a culturally-responsive approach to working with students, promote understanding and appreciation of diverse populations and cultures, and provide equitable opportunities for all students 3.Gather and analyze data regularly, and use data to ensure equity of programming, make decisions about program offerings, and monitor efficacy of program activities and interventions 4.Develop, document, and deliver school counseling curriculum based on identified school-wide priorities and promoting the academic success, career-readiness, and personal, social, and emotional development of all students 5.Assist students in developing and meeting academic, career, and social-emotional goals by providing goal-oriented counseling to individuals and small groups 6.Support students and their families in learning about post-secondary vocational and educational pathways 7.Provide critical and timely information to students and parents/guardians regarding PVPA enrichment opportunities, special school and summer programs, and post-secondary scholarships and career planning workshops 8.Educate students and their parents/guardians about the PVPA course selection process to ensure that all students are enrolled in an appropriately challenging course of study 9.Review and update student records to ensure that students are tracking towards promotion and graduation 10.Actively participate as a member of the middle school team to promote student academic success and social-emotional well-being. 11.Actively participate as a member of the school-wide Student Support Team to provide appropriate preventative and responsive services to students. 12.Make appropriate referrals to outside agencies and specialists, and communicate and collaborate with outside providers as needed 13.Welcome and encourage family participation in the school community, including integration of new students and families into the school culture 14.Actively communicate with parents/guardians about student behavior, attendance, and habits of work and learning with regard to school achievement 15.Consult and collaborate with teachers and administrators to understand and meet the needs of students and their parents/guardians in the school setting 16.Collaborate with students, teachers and Academic Support staff to identify, implement, and track interventions for students who are not making effective academic progress 17.Ensure parents/guardians understand the Special Education pre-referral process 18.Provide relevant and up-to-date academic information for all Special Education Team Meetings and assist in the development and implementation of Section 504 Accommodations Plans 19.Maintain accurate records for each student, including a log of all counseling activities that track attendance, dates, and times of individual and group counseling meetings 20.Participate in scheduled meetings and school-wide teams as appropriate 21.Support standardized testing administration as needed 22.Follow the American School Counselor Association's "Ethical Standards for School Counselors" 23.Actively pursue formal and informal professional development opportunities to build capacity to meet and exceed PVPA Educator Competencies for School Counselors.
Welcome to ATX Learning
Located in South Hadley, Massachusetts, Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School serves 400 students in grades 7-12 who come from over 60 cities and towns. Our mission is to offer students intensive exposure to the performing arts within the context of an excellent college preparatory curriculum. With a track record of over 25 years of proven success, the school provides its students with a supportive and challenging academic environment responsive to multiple learning styles, emphasizing learning through the arts and integrating creative and critical thinking throughout the curriculum. At PVPACPS, committed educators with a wide variety of experience and expertise collaborate to create programming attentive to diversity, social justice and restorative practices. PVPACPS boasts a 600 sq. foot performance space for active programs in theater, music, dance and visual arts, helps students develop confidence, creativity and the broad intellectual skills and experiences necessary to succeed in college and beyond.
Job Requirements
Qualifications; The successful candidate will minimally hold a BA degree in school counseling, meet MA DESE School Guidance Counselor grades 5-12 licensure requirements, be able to pass a background check (CORI/SORI & Fingerprinting), and be computer literate. Other Information/Instructions: Salary Range: Pro-rated for date of hire based on $42,420 to $67,372annually. Additional $1,000 stipend for individuals who hold a DESE license in subject area and potential bonus at the end of the fiscal year. 2024-2025 school year consists of 180 school days plus 5 professional development/curriculum work days and a full-time thirty-five hour work week. To apply, please visit https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=25ca1bdd-0907-4251-b5e1-b1d81b80f69f&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US Be prepared to provide: 1.A current resume 2.Letter of interest/Introduction 3.Contact information for three references 4.Transcripts indicating degrees awarded 5.Evidence of licensure or any endorsement if applicable
PVPA has an opportunity for a School Counselor for the first semester of the 2024-2025 school year beginning immediately. We are looking for a reflective practitioner who collaborates effectively with colleagues and understands the varied needs of students in grades 7-12. The ideal candidate will be interested in integrating the arts into the curriculum, teaching with a social justice lens, collaborating with students and colleagues, and has experience in implementing restorative practices in the classroom. The School Counselor's role is that of student advocate and support to help students achieve academic, personal/social and career success. Under the direction of the Director of Student Services, you will be responsible for: 1.Participate in the implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program that follows the Massachusetts Model for Comprehensive School Counseling Programs and is rooted in the ASCA model framework 2.Use a culturally-responsive approach to working with students, promote understanding and appreciation of diverse populations and cultures, and provide equitable opportunities for all students 3.Gather and analyze data regularly, and use data to ensure equity of programming, make decisions about program offerings, and monitor efficacy of program activities and interventions 4.Develop, document, and deliver school counseling curriculum based on identified school-wide priorities and promoting the academic success, career-readiness, and personal, social, and emotional development of all students 5.Assist students in developing and meeting academic, career, and social-emotional goals by providing goal-oriented counseling to individuals and small groups 6.Support students and their families in learning about post-secondary vocational and educational pathways 7.Provide critical and timely information to students and parents/guardians regarding PVPA enrichment opportunities, special school and summer programs, and post-secondary scholarships and career planning workshops 8.Educate students and their parents/guardians about the PVPA course selection process to ensure that all students are enrolled in an appropriately challenging course of study 9.Review and update student records to ensure that students are tracking towards promotion and graduation 10.Actively participate as a member of the middle school team to promote student academic success and social-emotional well-being. 11.Actively participate as a member of the school-wide Student Support Team to provide appropriate preventative and responsive services to students. 12.Make appropriate referrals to outside agencies and specialists, and communicate and collaborate with outside providers as needed 13.Welcome and encourage family participation in the school community, including integration of new students and families into the school culture 14.Actively communicate with parents/guardians about student behavior, attendance, and habits of work and learning with regard to school achievement 15.Consult and collaborate with teachers and administrators to understand and meet the needs of students and their parents/guardians in the school setting 16.Collaborate with students, teachers and Academic Support staff to identify, implement, and track interventions for students who are not making effective academic progress 17.Ensure parents/guardians understand the Special Education pre-referral process 18.Provide relevant and up-to-date academic information for all Special Education Team Meetings and assist in the development and implementation of Section 504 Accommodations Plans 19.Maintain accurate records for each student, including a log of all counseling activities that track attendance, dates, and times of individual and group counseling meetings 20.Participate in scheduled meetings and school-wide teams as appropriate 21.Support standardized testing administration as needed 22.Follow the American School Counselor Association's "Ethical Standards for School Counselors" 23.Actively pursue formal and informal professional development opportunities to build capacity to meet and exceed PVPA Educator Competencies for School Counselors.
Welcome to ATX Learning
Located in South Hadley, Massachusetts, Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School serves 400 students in grades 7-12 who come from over 60 cities and towns. Our mission is to offer students intensive exposure to the performing arts within the context of an excellent college preparatory curriculum. With a track record of over 25 years of proven success, the school provides its students with a supportive and challenging academic environment responsive to multiple learning styles, emphasizing learning through the arts and integrating creative and critical thinking throughout the curriculum. At PVPACPS, committed educators with a wide variety of experience and expertise collaborate to create programming attentive to diversity, social justice and restorative practices. PVPACPS boasts a 600 sq. foot performance space for active programs in theater, music, dance and visual arts, helps students develop confidence, creativity and the broad intellectual skills and experiences necessary to succeed in college and beyond.
Job Requirements
Qualifications; The successful candidate will minimally hold a BA degree in school counseling, meet MA DESE School Guidance Counselor grades 5-12 licensure requirements, be able to pass a background check (CORI/SORI & Fingerprinting), and be computer literate. Other Information/Instructions: Salary Range: Pro-rated for date of hire based on $42,420 to $67,372annually. Additional $1,000 stipend for individuals who hold a DESE license in subject area and potential bonus at the end of the fiscal year. 2024-2025 school year consists of 180 school days plus 5 professional development/curriculum work days and a full-time thirty-five hour work week. To apply, please visit https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=25ca1bdd-0907-4251-b5e1-b1d81b80f69f&ccId=19000101_000001&lang=en_US Be prepared to provide: 1.A current resume 2.Letter of interest/Introduction 3.Contact information for three references 4.Transcripts indicating degrees awarded 5.Evidence of licensure or any endorsement if applicable
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