This role is for a School Counselor who will provide comprehensive counseling services to K-12 students, addressing their academic, social, and emotional needs. The position also involves serving as the 504 Plan Coordinator, ensuring compliance and support for students with disabilities.
Responsibilities
Provide one-on-one and group counseling to students in areas such as social/emotional learning, self-awareness and self-esteem, problem-solving and conflict resolution, academic support, and career exploration
Proactively and in response to needs assessments and/or referral, provide individual and small group counseling to address students
Work collaboratively with students and staff and strictly adhere to NCS policies
Recognize and provide guidance and resources to students and families during times of transition, heightened stress, critical change, or other situations that impede a student
Engage, share strategies, and collaborate effectively with families, teachers, administrators, and other educational/community resources to support student achievement and educational opportunities
Implement, execute, and document an effective referral and follow-up process and report cases of apparent abuse or neglect to appropriate authorities/agencies
Support New to Neuse families in their transition, including providing tours and information
Assist the Assistant Academy Director with Cougar Camps as requested
Utilize effective assessment procedures for determining and delivering one-on-one and group counseling services to students
Identify and maintain relevant and current resources for students, families, and staff, and provide referrals to community resources for additional assistance and information
Adhere to the legal and ethical responsibilities of the role, including legal and ethical principles of working with minor students in an academic setting
Maintain accurate records providing information as required by NCS policy and applicable laws/regulations
Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current with the changing and challenging needs of students
Provide additional direct and indirect support based on the changing needs of students and staff
Work with the other School Counselor(s) and the Student Government Association to plan and promote Red Ribbon Week
Coordinate and deliver informational sessions and workshops for students, families, and staff
Provide Testing Support to the Testing Coordinator as requested
Assist with Graduation Week as requested
Work with the Leadership Team for accreditation information as needed
Promptly respond to all communication within 2 business days
Serve as 504 Plan Coordinator for K-12
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Coordinate the identification and evaluation process for students suspected of having a disability under Section 504
Gather and review educational, medical, psychological, and other relevant data to determine student eligibility
Schedule and facilitate Section 504 team meetings to develop or review plans
Disseminate updated plan information according to federal and state guidelines
Collaborate with staff, families, and service providers to develop Section 504 accommodation plans tailored to student needs
Ensure the timely implementation of 504 plans and monitor their effectiveness
Support classroom teachers and staff in implementing accommodations and modifications as required
Maintain accurate and confidential 504 records and documentation
Ensure all procedural safeguards are followed, including parent consent, notice, and grievance procedures
Prepare reports and respond to inquiries or audits from state or federal agencies
Provide professional development and training for teachers, administrators, and staff regarding 504 processes and legal obligations
Stay current on laws, regulations, and best practices related to Section 504 and disability rights in education
Work collaboratively with special education staff, nurses, and other stakeholders
Support the L.A. School Counselor with McKinney-Vento Homeless students and information
Additional duties may be assigned by school leadership as needed
Requirements
Bachelor
A minimum of 3 years of experience working with 6-12 students in a similar capacity
Demonstrated understanding of educational systems, legal issues, policies, research, and trends in education
Ability to apply school counseling professional standards and competencies
Demonstrated understanding of the impact of cultural, social, and environmental influences on student success and opportunities
Ability to provide guidance and advice in large-group, small-group, and one-on-one settings
Ability and willingness to collaborate effectively with students, families, teachers, administrators, and other school staff and stakeholders
Ability to identify gaps in student achievement, attendance, discipline, opportunity, and resources
Knowledge of, and ability to implement, relevant technology effectively into counseling and learning environments
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Able to support and articulate the school
Manages confidential information with discretion and care, particularly as it relates to students, and in accordance with FERPA and IDEA
Relates well with all types of people, approachable, and an attentive and active listener; patient to hear others out and build rapport with dignity and tact; works collaboratively in a team environment
Able to work effectively in a deadline-driven, multi-priority environment; exhibits effective time management skills and appropriate resource management; communicates interferences and delays to supervisor
Provides accurate results that are well thought-out and complete; exhibits a high standard for excellence and attention to detail; relays information that is sufficiently detailed and promotes the desired result
Normal periods of sitting and standing in a classroom
Extended periods of standing and walking on the school campus
Reaching with hands and arms and operating hand-held and desktop office equipment on a regular basis
Lifting and/or pushing objects up to 20 lbs. on a regular basis
Assisting students with tasks such as eating, using the bathroom/changing diapers, and moving from one classroom to another (if applying for a Lower Academy or EC Teacher position)
Assisting other staff members in lifting/moving students up to 100 lbs. on a regular basis (if applying for an EC Teacher position)
Normal vision (with or without correction)
Normal hearing (with or without correction)
Important Details
Work conditions: The majority of work is performed inside an office building and is temperature-controlled
About the Company
NCS is a school that values collaboration and student success.
