Position Type:
Teachers on Special Assignment

Date Posted:
9/19/2019

Location:
Stamford, CT

Date Available:
Immediate

Closing Date:
Until Filled

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The filling of this position is based upon continued funding in the Board of Education budget.

Note: Teachers dually certified in TESOL, Bilingual Education or ESL, with experience in Sheltered Instruction or fluency in a language other than English, will be given preference for all Stamford Public School positions.

General Statement:
The Teacher on Special Assignment for College & Career Readiness/School Counselor Services is responsible for supporting the Coordinator for College and Career Readiness/School Counselor Services ensuring an effective implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program.

The Teacher on Special Assignment for College & Career Readiness/School Counselor Services reports directly to the Coordinator for College and Career Readiness/School Counselor Services.

Major Responsibilities:

Supports all aspects of the following areas:

Program Support (75%)

Support for Staff – Works collaboratively with Coordinator for College & Career Readiness/School Counselor Services, central office leaders, principals, and others to ensure that implementation of a comprehensive, preventative school counseling program that meets the needs of all students (K-12) across three domains – academics, career, and personal/social; plans and delivers professional development and training in college and career readiness and school counseling related topics; plans and facilitates district-level college and career readiness events, workshops and activities; assists department heads and school leaders with planning college and career readiness events and activities to ensure alignment with vision of college and career; assist with monitoring relevant student data for school counseling and ensuring the continuous improvement of the school counseling program.

Provides Implementation Support – Supports implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program, provides coaching, training and resources to schools implementing college and career readiness programs and services; identifying resources to support student academic achievement and interventions for students who are not on track to graduate; assist with monitoring graduations plans; assist with high school to college and/or career transition programs.

Program Oversight Support – Supports execution and evaluation of all college and career readiness programs.

Program Evaluation (15%)

Supports Program Evaluation – Supports Coordinator of College and Career Readiness/School Counselor Services in managing systems for collecting feedback and monitoring the impact of all college and career programming and professional development offerings.

Other Duties (10%)

Coordinates with Board of Education departments, including but not limited to School Development and Intervention and Support Services. Serves as liaison to team leaders, content leaders and department heads.

Serves on committees as requested by the Coordinator of College and Career Readiness/School Counselor Services

Performs additional duties as assigned.

Supervises the following:

No supervision of staff required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:
Works in standard office and school building environments.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Commitment to creating schools that provide an education that cultivates productive habits of mind, body, and heart in every student.
• Knowledge of ASCA National Model, 21st century skills and contemporary career pathways.
• Knowledge of present practice and current trends in school counseling services.
• Ability to collaborate as part of an integrated team and develops a collegial environment within the school to support staff in teaching and learning.
• Use of data-driven decision making to determine effectiveness of programs and initiatives.
• Ability to use technology to create documents, spreadsheets, presentations and communicate effectively with all stakeholders
• Excellent conceptual, analytical, problem solving, organization, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, policies, and procedures related to public schools, specifically related to college & career readiness and school counseling services
• Ability to analyze and synthesize information, develop and monitor a plan and produce data-focused reports.
• Familiarity with budget development/administration & understanding financial resources.
• Self-directed with attention to detail and excellent time management skills.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills and a proven track record of working collaboratively with multiple and diverse constituencies.
• High standards of ethics, honesty, and integrity.

Qualifications:

• CT CSDE educator certification endorsed for School Counselor (068).
• CT CSDE Department Chairperson certification in School Counseling (105). CT CSDE Intermediate Administration or Supervision certification (092) may be accepted in lieu of Department Chairperson certification.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in the identified discipline.
• Experience in an urban district, preferred.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Stamford Board of Education may find appropriate.

This job description is not inclusive of all job functions and will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity. Position duties and responsibilities are subject to modification.

Board Approved – 08/27/2019

Union:
Stamford Education Association (SEA)

Contract Type:
If an external candidate is selected for this position, they will be hired on an Interim Contract.

Term:
Three years

Work Year:
186 days, plus up to 10 additional days, as needed, paid at the per diem rate.

Salary:
Per SEA Contract

Application Procedures:
Online application is required.

Internal Applicants: Please paste a cover letter (summarizing your interest in and qualifications for the position) and resume in the comments section of the Internal Application. In addition, be prepared to provide a cover letter, resume, and two letters of reference to the interview committee.