Counselor, E
- Employer
- Polk County Public Schools
- Location
- Bartow, FL, US
- Salary
- Competitive
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- Job Category
- Support Staff, School Guidance Counselor
Job Details
Job Description
Position Title: School Counselor (Guidance) - Elementary
Salary Grade, if non-union:
Pay Grade, if union: Teacher Salary Schedule
Our Mission:
The mission of Polk County Public Schools is to provide a high quality education for all students.
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The
duties are intended to describe the nature and level of work being performed by the employee assigned to the
position. This job description is not meant to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties,
and skills required of this position. Other duties may be assigned which are not listed. Additionally, when duties and responsibilities of this job change, this job description will be reviewed and updated, subject to
changes and business necessity.
Custom Job Purpose:
This position exists to provide a comprehensive counseling program that addresses academic, personal/social, and career development by designing, implementing, evaluating and enhancing a program
that promotes student achievement. (The objectives of the guidance program are outlined in the Polk County
Developmental Guidance Plan and include services to students, parents, staff and the community.) The
comprehensive developmental school counseling program provides education, prevention, intervention, and advocacy.
Essential Functions of this Job
The School Counselor aligns with the district's mission to support the academic achievement of all students,
insuring equity and access to all. The counselor implements federal, state and local mandates; facilitates the successful transition and progression of students throughout the system; develops and maintains a written
plan for effective delivery of the school counseling program, communicating the goals to educational
stakeholders. Direct services address guidance curriculum, individual student planning, preventive and
responsive services. The counselor works with students individually and in groups and provides
consultation to teachers and other school personnel regarding students and makes referrals as appropriate.
Non-Essential Functions of this Job
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of the principles and practices of counseling; developmental, physical, social/emotional needs
and abilities of students, and cultural diversity. Complies with legal and ethical standards (American School
FLSA Status: Exempt
Non-Union or Specific Collective Bargaining Agreement: Teacher's Union
Position Title: School Counselor (Guidance) - Elementary
Local Code: 0131
EEO5:
Approval Date: 2012-10-24
Counselor Association ethical standards). Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
maintains effective working relationships with others; proficient in current technology and software;
provides leadership and professional learning. Attends to detail and follows tasks through to completion;
organizes and sets priorities; works independently and effectively and meets deadlines. Exercises good
judgment and maintains appropriate confidentiality. Develops and implements data-rich, needs-driven,
research supported programs; and engages in continuous program evaluation activities. Bilingual/biliterate
preferred.
Education, Experience and/or Certification/License Requirements
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's Degree in Counselor Education or
Guidance and Counseling and a valid Florida certification in Guidance and Counseling, K-12.
Work Context:
Physical Environment:
Requires some sitting and standing, walking and moving about to coordinate work. Requires the use of
alternative communication systems, such as electronic mail, telephones and computers. Requires
coordination of work task priorities, setting goals and meeting deadlines. Requires face-to-face discussions
and contact with individuals and/or teams. Requires work with students, internal and external contacts and
with the public.
Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions. Requires sitting for the majority of the
day, and the ability to lift, carry, move and/or position objects frequently weighing up to 20 pounds and
infrequently weighing more than 20 pounds. Requires travel to schools and worksites within the district.
Date Last Revised:
The School Board of Polk County, Florida, prohibits any and all forms of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, national
origin, marital status, age, homelessness, or disability or other basis prohibited by law in any of its programs, services, activities or employment.
Company
Polk County Public Schools (PCPS) in Polk County, Florida is among the 30 largest school districts in the nation and the 7th largest school district in Florida. PCPS currently serves more than 110,000 students in over 150 schools. PCPS has 20 nationally accredited workforce academies, five Florida Arts Model schools, and a rising number of schools offering Advanced Placement and Cambridge International Programs. In 2018, PCPS garnered national attention for becoming one of the first districts to launch a school safety guardian program. Developed in conjunction with the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, the guardian program ensures every campus has either an armed school district employee or law enforcement officer on site. As PCPS grows and innovates, it remains true to its mission of delivering a high-quality education to every student … because at PCPS, students always come first.
PCPS is located in the heart of Central Florida. Polk County offers an unparalleled quality of life and is home to LEGOLAND Florida, Bok Tower Gardens, the spring training home of the Detroit Tigers, Frank Lloyd Wright’s “Child of the Sun” collection, numerous golf courses, more than 500 freshwater lakes, a thriving local arts scene, and community theaters. It is also located just an hour from Tampa and Orlando, world-renowned beaches and amusement parks, and two international airports. The area is host to mild winters with plenty of sunshine and the state has no income tax. PCPS offers opportunities for advancing careers, pay raises and increasing earning potential.
- Website
- http://www.polkschoolsfl.com/
- Telephone
- 863-534-0781
- Location
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1915 South Floral Avenue
Bartow
FL
33831
US
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