Broward County Public Schools Miramar , FL 33023
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POSITION GOAL
To provide a comprehensive, developmentally appropriate school counseling program to support the academic, life skills and wellness, and college/career needs of all students.
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
Establish small group counseling sessions.
Counsel students on personal and academic concerns and notify parents as deemed necessary.
Provide materials and suggestions for classroom-oriented guidance activities.
Arrange student, parent, and teacher conferences.
Acquaint students new to the school with teachers, facilities, and programs to help them adjust to their new environment.
Assist in the early identification of students for proper educational placement, such as exceptional child, federal and bilingual
programs.
Work with parent groups in the area of child growth, development and discipline.
Meet with teachers to present and explaining the results of various testing programs.
Assist teachers in effective utilization of test results.
Identify community and school system resources and when advisable, refer student situations to the proper agencies.
Keep records of conferences and send reports within the limits of confidentiality, to the principal, administrative assistants, and/or
teachers as requested.
Gather information from all faculty members having contact with a student being considered for referral.
Perform and promote all activities in compliance with the equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School Board of
Broward County, Florida.
Participate in training programs offered to enhance the individual skills and proficiency related to job responsibilities.
Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibilities.
Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
Follow federal and state, as well as School Board policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or designee.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
An earned master's degree from an accredited institution in School Counseling, Counselor Education, or a related field.
Valid Florida Department of Education Certification and/or valid Department of Health License.
Ability to work with diverse groups.
Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Computer skills as required for the position.
Please Note:
All candidates offered a position at the School Board of Broward County are subject to a national pre-employment background check. Employment is contingent upon the completion and review of a successful background check.
All Applications are Subject to Florida Public Records Law.
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