What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Counselor (Long Term Sub) position at Indian Prairie School District 204?
- Meet regularly with Teachers, Teacher Assistants and specialists to discuss individual student's modifications or adaptations, ongoing learning issues, interventions or problems. Work collaborative to ensure individual student's needs met.
- Register new students and conduct orientation sessions for students and parents.
- Assist students in selecting appropriate courses. Assist in determining the number of courses and schedule needed for new school years.
- Act as a liaison between students, teachers and parents to resolve conflicts.
- Counsel students whose behavior, school progress, personal/social issues regarding home, family and peer concerns indicate need for assistance.
- Lead group sessions to enhance social development of students and provide peer support.
- Process college and scholarship applications. Write letters of recommendation as requested.
- Actively participate on problem solving and intervention teams to facilitate early involvement and resolution to learning or behavioral problems.
- Monitor academic and attendance records in order to identify potential at-risk students or lack of credit to achieve graduation, and notify administration.
- Research, analyze and organize problem solving, discipline, attendance and academic data to formulate plans for students and communicate to staff.
- Assist in planning and participate in various information sessions for parents and students regarding topics such as course selection, careers, scholarships or post-graduate education.
- Coordinate transition of students into high school, collecting information and files from other schools.
- Administer appropriate academic tests to students as needed.
- Assist with graduation planning and organization.
- Establish a safe atmosphere conducive to a positive learning environment. Act as role model on appropriate behaviors ensuring social and emotional development is progressing normally.
JobID: 13436
Position Type:
High School Teaching/Guidance Counselor
High School Teaching/Guidance Counselor
Date Posted:
12/12/2024
12/12/2024
Location:
Metea Valley High School
Metea Valley High School
Date Available:
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
Closing Date:
until filled
until filled
Description: Perform functions to promote student learning through academic, career and social development. This is a Long Term Sub position.
Job Summary:
Qualifications: The qualified candidate will have a valid Illinois Professional Educator License with an endorsement in school counseling.
Rate of pay: $300/Day
Working Conditions: Guidance department/office.
Selection Procedure: Qualified candidates will be contacted by the appropriate building administrator.
Salary : $300
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