Providence Public Schools District (PPSD) seeks an exceptional SCHOOL COUNSELOR who is highly qualified and skillful to join our community of teachers, students and stakeholders. This is an exciting opportunity for teachers who seek a challenging yet rewarding teaching experience.
Up to 5 extra days
Under direction of the school principal and the general direction of the Director of School Counseling, school counselors will adhere to the PPSD Comprehensive School Counseling Program based on the American School Counselor Association National Standards and Competencies and the Rhode Island Framework for School Counseling to foster positive outcomes for all students through education, prevention, early identification and intervention. School counselors will implement a comprehensive data-driven program and practice ASCA's developmental domains of academic achievement, college and career readiness, and social emotional development to serve the needs of all students.
Additionally, school counselors will :
- Become members of a professional learning community where purposeful collaboration, flexibility, innovation and shared decision making are essential
- Support and nurture the academic, college and career readiness, and social-emotional development of all students
- Participate in all district and school-based professional development, including working with internal (coaches) and external (consultants) supports
- Engage in all district-driven curricular and other initiatives as defined by the Providence School Department
- Follow all relevant District procedures and policies.
We serve approximately 22,000 students at 37 elementary, middle, and high schools. Approximately 55% of students come from homes where English is not the primary language spoken. Combined, our students and families speak 55 different languages and hail from 91 countries of origin. In PPSD, the teachers and leaders set high expectations for academic achievement, provide equal access to differentiated instruction, and endeavor to close the achievement and opportunity gap among historically marginalized subgroups within the schools. PPSD is a great place for those who desire an environment that supports their creativity and ingenuity, and respects their credentials and abilities as a teacher.
REPORTS TO : Principal
Contingent upon fundingEDUCATION REQUIREMENTS :
Master's degree in School Counseling from an accredited college or university (Preferred)Demonstrated knowledge of content area standards and research-based counseling practicesUnderstanding of Positive Behavior Intervention Strategies (PBIS) and the Collaborative for Academic, Social and Emotional Learning (CASEL) competenciesDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, administrators, and parent / community membersDemonstrated communication and group facilitation skillsKnowledge of adult learning theoryHighly proficient in technology and ability to utilize online platformsYou must complete the new hire compliance training prior to your first day of employmentRIDE Certification Requirements :
All Grades School Counselor, Grades PK-12ESL Certification Preferred
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES :
Academic Development :
Provide students with an orientation to school procedures and learning experiencesAdvise and motivate students in academic planning for high achieving personal best in the overall process of scheduling course selectionsAdvise and schedule students into classes at the secondary level (as needed at the elementary level)Analyze and interpret data including standardized test results for placement, advising and student supportInterpret, monitor and ensure accuracy of grades, transcripts, and student records (secondary)Inspire,explore and encourage advanced placement and dual and concurrent enrollment opportunities (secondary)Career Development :
Coordinate and organize college and / or career fairsPromote school and community CTE enrichment opportunitiesPrepare, inspire,and guide students through post-secondary planning and achievementParticipate and coordinate informational sessions such as school choice, college / career, and financial aid (secondary) for students and familiesSupport financial aid awareness, planning, and completion (secondary)Advise and assist students with scholarship opportunities (secondary)Social Emotional Development :
Support the social emotional development by removing barriers to academic success and help students manage emotions, and learn and apply interpersonal skillsInclusively contribute to students' self-esteem building, promoting globally productive, high-achieving, life-long learning individualsInstruct, carry out, and motivate students toward the common practice of conflict resolution and coping strategiesProgram Planning and Development :
Implements and follows the District's Comprehensive School Counseling Program to ensure students' academic achievement, college and career readiness, and social-emotional developmentPromote and teach academic planning, social emotional learning competencies and skills, and, college / career awareness, exploration, and proceduresUtilize appropriate counseling strategies (i.e. individual, group, classroom and school-wide) in order to provide proactive preventative servicesProvide school based support for teachers and staff to assist with initiatives and practices on improving academic success, attendance, and social emotional wellnessAdvocate and accommodate individual educational needs within the ASCA domainsPractice, cultivate, and model race, culture, and gender sensitivity and inclusivity in the school communitySupport the coordination, implementation, and completion of students' Individual Learning Plan (Secondary)Conference with the students to complete the yearly Student Success Plans and End of Year Reflection Surveys (Secondary)System Support :
Collaborate with teachers to implement classroom lessons focused on academic, college and career, and social emotional development (at least once per month at the elementary level)Practice and collaborate with school based teams on Multi Tiered System of SupportsCreate goals, intervention plans, and progress monitoring for Tier 2 supportCollaborate, refer, and consult with school and community agenciesCollaborate and consult with families, teachers, administrators, and community agencies to fully support students in their educational journeySupport students and families with the transition process to elementary, middle, high school, and post-secondaryActively participate and serve on various student support and academic team meetings as requested by the principal (e.g. Crisis, Attendance, and Student Support Team)Connect, outreach, and support families and community agencies relationshipsPartner with community agencies and post-secondary institutions for the enhancement of student experiences in academics, college and career, and social-emotional developmentServe as a resource to families (e.g., information sharing) and an advocate for studentsBe a member of the scheduling team and assist principal with the master schedule process, as neededMaintain confidentiality at all timesPerform other duties as designated by the Senior Director of School Counseling Services and / or building administrator.