Job Description - Counselor HS (11 Months/216 Days) - SY 2024-25 (******** ) Job Code: 84101
Job Family/Function: 83 - Social Services and Counselors/Counseling Services
FLSA: Exempt
Grade Ladder: MNPS Certificated Teacher
Pay Grade: MNPS.216_
Duration (days/year): 216
Location(s): School-Based
We Are Team MNPS Metro Schools is one of the largest and most diverse school districts in the United States. Our teachers and staff educate more than 80,000 students in Metro Nashville-Davidson County, preparing them to excel in higher education, work, and life. Our district implements some of the most innovative reform strategies in the nation. We seek to partner with highly effective, engaging teachers, teacher leaders and support staff with a passion for urban education and a go-getter spirit as we strive to become the highest-performing urban district in the nation.
Job Summary The High School Counselor holds a certified position which provides comprehensive counseling services in grades 9-12 based on Academy assignment or by team/grade level as assigned by the principal. The HS counselor must manage, analyze, and utilize data from Infinite Campus, Data Warehouse, SMS and other district SIS databases to meet school improvement goals and students' academic, career and social-emotional needs. The job requires a person that is responsible, reliable, dependable and who understands the imperative to ensure that students' transcripts, schedules, academic, college, and career plans are accurate and lead to successful graduation and transition to post-secondary institutions. In addition, the HS counselor must have excellent customer service and communication skills.
What you will do Delivers comprehensive counseling services, activities, programs, and interventions critical to the academic, career, and personal/social development of all students.Knowledgeable in state and district graduation requirements as well as guidelines in the Student Progression Plan.Develops a written, annual plan which is data driven and includes measurable goals.Utilizes the Early Warning Indicators to implement targeted interventions for at-risk students.Guides students through the development of a four year/postsecondary plan via Collegefortn.org.Consults and collaborates with school system specialists.Actively increases student participation in advanced coursework.Collaborates with middle school personnel to ensure a smooth transition from middle school to high school.Uses the skills of leadership, advocacy and collaboration to create systemic change.Performs related duties as assigned for emergency and/or crisis procedures.Displays the highest ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school staff, and outside agencies.Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in counseling from an accredited institution RequiredLicenses and Certifications This position requires Tennessee State Certification/License in school counseling RequiredStarting At: $52,048.58
Salaries are determined by factors relevant to the position which may include education, experience, and other qualifications. Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all individuals.
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