SY : Counselor - Corpus Christi

Overview

General Description:

To assist students, parents and RMA staff in understanding graduation requirements, preparing student personal graduation plans and providing needed information to instructional and assessment staff in a way that advances student success in the classroom.

Position:
Counselor

Department:
Campus

Supervisor:
Principal

Salary Range:
Board approved pay scale

Status:
Exempt

Travel:
As needed

See current RMA Board approved organizational chart

• A Master’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university.
• Maintains a valid current certification as a guidance counselor, which is age appropriate for the particular assignment as required by federal, state or local regulations, laws or regulatory bodies including the No Child Left Behind Act; which may also include acceptable scores on mandatory tests or other documentation meeting the requirements set forth by our organization and/or regulatory bodies for this position.
• At least three (3) years of successful teaching experience preferred, but not required.
• A demonstrated understanding of state test procedures and prior testing experience.
• Prior experience or formal training in working with “at-risk” students preferred.
• Demonstrated aptitude to perform the tasks listed below.
• A proven ability to work in a polite and friendly manner with a variety of constituencies including parents, students, and staff.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the district may find appropriate and acceptable.

• Works with the Counselor Coordinator and Principal to develop a master schedule that meets the needs of students while preserving sound instructional practice.
• Assists students and parents in the course selection process.
• Maintains student records and protects their confidentiality.
• Works to assist students in overcoming educational handicaps.
• Works to prevent students from dropping out of school.
• Helps students evaluate career interests and choices.
• In concert with the Special Projects Director, coordinates all state testing at the site.
• Works with students, both individually and in groups, in the solution of problems related to instructional difficulties.
• Convenes parent-teacher conferences when necessary.
• Makes provision for being available to students and parents for education-related purpose outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms.
• Works with the Director of Special Populations to disseminate educational, occupational, and military information consistent with graduation goals and – when needed – IEP transition planning.
• Assists students in making application to college and other post secondary schools.
• Makes recommendations to colleges for admission and financial aid.
• Counsels students in the areas of educational and vocational planning.
• Refers students to other schools, community agencies, or professionals capable of rendering services not available at the school.
• As assigned by the State Special Projects Director prepares and trains all personnel for State Assessments per TEA guidelines as required.
• Attends /serves as the EOC Coordinator for the assigned RMA campus.
• Is responsible for the required preparation of individual Graduation Plans and updating the plan within 15 days of all earned credits and in advance of all special education ARD meetings.
• Assist the Principal with scheduling and conducting parent-student conferences at least annually regarding individual Graduation Plans. Enters/Updates all high school transcripts into Websmart system in a timely manner.
• Is a required member of the Campus Improvement Team and the campus Attendance Committee.
• Conducts/approves all schedule changes in each grading period.
• Is responsible for informing students and parents of graduation ceremonies, collecting/completing all graduation documentation for central office within the required timelines.
• Is responsible for accurately computing GPA’s and Class Rankings per RMA guidelines and seeking prior approval for each by the Counselor Coordinator before communicating this information to students, faculty, or…