Position Purpose 

-  Under the general supervision of the Principal, to provide students, parents, administrators, and other teaching staff with individually-tailored advice and consultation to overcome personal, emotional, familial, social or academic issues to maximize the students' learning experience. 

 Essential Functions 

-  Conducts assessments of students for the purpose of identifying learning or social interaction issues, and recommending courses of action or corrective procedures to overcome issues and maximize learning. 

-  Meets with students and parents to encourage parental understanding of, and participation in, overcoming social issues to maximize the educational experience of the student. 

-  Assists students and teaching staff in implementing students' behavior management plans and counseling services required by Individual Education Plans (IEPs). 

-  Coordinates with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities as needed. 

-  Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with counseling services. 

-  Assists with the school district's dropout prevention efforts. 

-  Serves as ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and behavioral management; serves as liaison between home and school. 

-  Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships. 

-  Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws. 

-  Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. 

-  Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training and guidance. 

-  Selects and requisitions appropriate books, aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records. 

-  Assists in development of Character training and exemplifies ASE core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Empathy.

 Additional Duties 

-  Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. 

Note:  The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities.  It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility. 

 Equipment 

-  Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone. 

Travel Requirements 

-  Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required. 

 Skills, Knowledge, Abilities 

-  Knowledge of Counseling principles and methods, as well as proven behavior management methods. 

-  Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles. 

-  Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans. 

-  Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students. 

-  Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed. 

-  Ability to organize and coordinate work. 

-  Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. 

-  Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth. 

-  Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.  

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards 

-  Works in standard office and school building environments. 

Note:   Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Functions for this position. 

 Qualifications Profile 

Certification/License: 

-  New Mexico State Certification as a Counselor or Social Worker. 

-  Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation. 

Education:

-  Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to School Counselor assignment. 

-  Masters Degree preferred, but not required. 

Experience:

-  Successful prior school Counseling experience preferred, but not required. 

FLSA Status: Exempt