Guidance Counselor Jobs

Job Title: Guidance Counselor - High School Company: Columbus Public Schools  Location: Columbus, NE Description: Guidance Counselor - High School  (Coaching available.) REQUIREMENTS: A. Education Level: Masters Degree in Guidance and Counseling B. Certification: Meets standards for certification and endorsement as a high school counselor as set by the Nebraska Department of Education C. Experience Desired: At least two years of successful teaching experience required. Counseling experiences preferred. Evidence of working with adolescents in non-classroom situations required. D. Other Requirements: Training in non-traditional counseling areas preferred but not required, i.e., substance abuse, crisis counseling, divorce counseling, suicide watch, etc. Extra curricular supervisory opportunities available. Knowledge of computer operations required. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Must be able to provide information and assistance to students singly or in groups on a variety of topics, to adolescent audiences in the areas of post high school placement, the world of work, military service, etc. 2. Must be able to provide supportive assistance to adolescents in such a way and to aid them in coping with                their adjustments to school and the environments. 3. Must be able to provide assistance in crisis situations involving adolescents, individually or in groups. 4. Must be able to assist professional staff members in assessing student performance and in recommending appropriate grade/subject placements. Develop student schedules. 5. Must be able to develop student schedules. 6. Must be able to function as a member of student diagnostic teams to assist in the development of                                  appropriate learning plans for pupils. 7. Must be able to assist the administration and interpretation of group and individual student achievement/aptitude testing programs. 8. Must be able to communicate effectively orally, and in writing with parents to student ` progress/problems/needs/plans. 9. Must assist in program evaluation on a regular basis and participate in appropriate in-service development programs. 10. Must assist in supervision and direction of students as assigned. 11. Must communicate with administrators as to individual and group student needs. 12. Must be able to work with community resources addressing adolescent, individual and group needs. To begin the formal application process, please complete the on-line application on our web page www.columbuspublicschools.org/employment.htm. If you have not already done so, please upload your letter of application, resume, and credential packet (letters of reference and transcripts) with your application. All of our administrators prefer to screen on-line applications. If you are finding the uploading difficult or your references prefer not to provide a computer copy of their recommendations, please mail the information to Human Resources, Columbus Public Schools, PO Box 947, Columbus NE 68602-0947. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at Register to View -ne.org or Register to View Ext 1203. Thank you for applying. Modify / Close Posting

Job Title: Salvation Army After-School Counselor Company: Location: Raleigh, NC Description: The Salvation Army Community Center of Raleigh is looking for an after-school counselor at our Wake Forest Road location. This position will be 25 hours per week, M,T,TH,F 2:00 - 6:00 and Wednesday 1:00 - 6:00. The hours may vary when students have early release or teacher work days. The right candidate will be able to work all of these hours listed and will have flexibility to work during teacher work days and transition to our Summer Day Camp beginning in June (which would be 40 hours per week). The right candidate will have had experience working with children ages 5 - 13, be a positive role model, work well in a team environment, and think outside of the box. As a counselor you will lead games, arts and crafts, supervise the children, help with homework, and think on their feet. This job is not for the weak hearted but for those who want to make a difference in a young child's life. The Salvation Army is a faith-based association and we have devotion times as well as other activities that focus on Christian principles. We are looking to hire someone who feels comfortable leading devotions and being a positive role model to the students. If this is you please send your RESUME AND COVER LETTER to the email provided. We are looking to hire someone as soon as possible. Please do not call the Salvation Army and follow the directions by emailing. Due to the high volume of responses we have received in the past I apologize ahead of time if you do not receive a response as I will only be calling those who are qualified. Once again do not call the Salvation Army inquiring about this position. Feel free to check out our website: http://www.keepthebellringing.org/page/community-center MISSION STATEMENT The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His Name without discrimination .

Job Title: School Counselor Company: Location: Atlanta, GA Description: The Davis Academy, an independent Kindergarten Prep - Eight Grade school in Dunwoody/Sandy Springs seeks experienced School Counselor. Master?s Degree or certification in School Counseling required. Candidates must have experience providing individual and small group counseling, guidance lessons and parent education. Counselors provide consultative services to parents and staff and must have excellent communication skills and work well in a team. The Davis Academy offers an outstanding work environment and a caring professional community. Please send resume and references to: Register to View

Job Title: School Counselor Company: Coxsackie-Athens CSD Location: Coxsackie, NY Description: School CounselorSCHOOL COUNSELOR- MS Grd 5-8. F/T, 11 month Probationary Appt. Must be NYS certified. Apply by 3/13/10 to www.olasjobs.org Coxsackie-Athens CSD

Job Title: School Counselor, MS Company: Fairfax County Public Schools Location: Baltimore, MD Description: Auto req ID 1001BRJob Title School Counselor, MSJob Description Provides and is accountable for the guidance, counseling, assessment, communication, human relations, safety, and support of a student or group for academic development, career development and for personal/social development. Supports FCPS mission to "inspire, enable, and empower students to meet high academic standards, lead ethical lives, and demonstrate responsible citizenship."Qualifications All applicants must meet the licensure/certification requirements of the Commonwealth of Virginia. Detailed information is available from the Virginia Department of Education online at:http://www.pen.k12.va.us/VDOE/newvdoe/teached.htmlSchool Year 2010-2011Instructional Level SecondaryContract Length VariousIndex Monitor

Job Title: After School Counselor Company: Location: Pawtucket, RI Description: After School Counselor The Boys & Girls Club of Pawtucket is currently seeking an After School Counselor for our after school program. Mission The mission of the Boys & Girls Club of Pawtucket is to inspire and enable the young people of Pawtucket and surrounding communities, especially those with greatest need, to realize their full potential as healthy, productive, responsible and caring citizens. The Afterschool Counselor is responsible for supervising youth, planning and delivering fun and interesting games and activities, and serving as a role model for members. Position will be 10-15 hrs/week. Must be available Monday-Friday 3:00-6:00. Responsibilities include: - Leading small and large group activities for members ages 6-12 - Supervising members during arrival, program time, dinner, dismissal and special events. - Help create an environment that highlights the achievement of youth. - Provide guidance and act as a role model. - Attend all trainings and staff meetings. Qualifications: -Prior experience working with youth ages 6-12 -Strong communication skills -Strong decision making skills To apply please send resume to: Samantha Brown Director of Pre-teen Programs and Childcare Boys and Girls Club of Pawtucket 1 Moeller Place Pawtucket, RI 02860 Register to View

Job Title: After-School Counselor Company: Location: Charlotte, NC Description: Supervises children at after-school sites and implements appropriate curriculum and center activities of children in accordance with minimum agency?s policy. Works independently by following standard practice and procedures. Must be able to successfully select, plan and implement developmentally appropriate after-school program learning activities. Must be able to maintain a safe orderly learning environment that involves the assigned group of children/youth. Accurately complete forms, records, time sheets and reports. Supervise students? completion of homework and other assignments. Qualify for CPR and first aid certification. Perform all other duties as assigned by the ASEP Site Coordinator. ? Hours of Operation: 3:00pm-6:00pm ? No Benefits

Job Title: School Counselor Company: Catapult Learning Location: Absecon, NJ Description:                                                    School Counselor Catapult Learning is the nation's leading provider of educational services to public, charter, private and religious school students. We partner with educational institutions and schools to provide services that are designed to improve academic achievement for struggling learners. For more than 30 years, Catapult Learning has delivered the highest quality in educational services, generating an unparalleled track record of results and improving the grades and the confidence of students across the country. At Catapult Learning, our mission is to be the preferred partner of schools, school districts, community organizations and families, providing research-based educational and support services designed to improve student achievement. And our core values support our mission.Anticipated opening for Part time certified School Counselors to work in non public High Schools in Absecon.  Counselor experience in a high school setting is required..Standard New Jersey School Counselor or Guidance Counselor Certification required.  Please submit letter of interest, resume and copy of certification.  Catapult Learnig is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Title: School Counselor Company: The Bishop's School Location: La Jolla, CA Description: Employer Information About The Bishop's School View all our jobs

Job Title: GUIDANCE COUNSELOR IN INNOVATIVE ENVIRONMENTAL-THEMED NYC PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL Company: The Urban Assembly Location: New York, NY Description: Want to join a team of innovative, collaborative professionals in a new small school? The Urban Assembly School for Green Careers, a New York City Career and Technical Education (CTE) high school is seeking highly qualified, New York State certified Guidance Counselor to join our staff for the 2010-2011 school year. The Urban Assembly School for Green Careers is a small high school, opened in September, 2009 and committed to preparing all students for post-secondary success through quality, student-centered instruction designed to meet the needs of a wide range of learners. As a Career and Technical Education school focused on environmentally related careers, we seek to prepare students for the 21st century workforce. The instructional model includes longer, interdisciplinary classes with an emphasis on problem-based learning and a college preparatory curriculum. Students at UAGC progress based on their level of proficiency through three distinct types of learning experiences. In Learning Lab 1, students are enrolled in year-long block classes focused on building foundational academic skills and awareness of the school’s theme. In Learning Lab 2, students take a series of month-long problem-based learning modules, in which interdisciplinary courses last all day. In Learning Lab 3, students undertake external learning experiences such as internships and college courses designed to prepare them for their postsecondary pathway. Students are graded using standards-based grading and assessed using performance-based assessments. As the school is entering its second year, the staff of the school will be responsible for building the school’s instructional and extracurricular programs, which will require a high degree of collaboration, communication, and flexibility. The school is located on the Upper West Side of Manhattan in the Brandeis Educational Campus, 145 W. 84th St. For more information, including complete job description and hiring criteria, visit our website at www.uagreencareers.org or attend the Brandeis Educational Campus New Schools Hiring Open House, Wednesday, March 24th from 6:30 – 8PM. As a new small school, all hiring is done in accordance with section 18D of the UFT contract. For more information, please see our website.