School Counselor (21/22 SY Pool)
Certificated | Concord, CA | Full Time
ABOUT Clayton Valley Charter High School
Clayton Valley Charter High School (CVCHS) is a high performing charter high school in Concord, CA. The school opened in 1958 and converted to a charter school starting in the 2012-13 school year. With a strong academic reputation, CVCHS has a relentless commitment to the academic success of all students and has achieved remarkable academic growth for all subgroups of students. As a comprehensive high school, CVCHS is committed to providing students tremendous opportunities to be well-rounded, with a commitment beyond academics that includes character development, athletics, and the arts. We are focused on our vision of preparing all students for college and career readiness. Our Governing Board and Administration are united in our vision of academic rigor with relevant application to student’s current and future real-world experiences, with a commitment to empowering teachers and staff to fulfill the mission of providing the best education to our students.
ROLE SUMMARY
The School Counselor advises students on their educational program, citizenship, scholastic and vocational aspirations, and their relationships with teachers and peers.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Focus on meeting the needs of all students, including at-risk students
Monitor and advise all students and their parents as to progress toward graduation
Prepare students for the transition to the next level of high school and post high school
Participation in Targeted Case Management (TCM) that ensures low performing students graduate and go to college
Ensure all students meet the A-G admissions requirement
Inform parents and students of graduation requirements as outlined by the Governing Board and Executive Director by preparing and presenting in the Parent Education Nights and grade level meetings
Work with College Counselor ensuring all students implement a 4-year plan
Consult with teachers, administrators, and parents regarding the academic needs of students
Assist administrators with the registration of all students, ensuring proper placement in academic courses
Counsel students regarding attendance, discipline, emotional concerns, and social media usage
Naviance Site Administrator - must have an excellent working knowledge of Naviance software as well as working knowledge of PowerSchool, StrongMind, and the National Student Clearinghouse software programs
Freshman Transition Career Assessments
Leader of 9th & 12th Grade Parent Nights
Provide all grades with Classroom Presentations of college information
In-charge of Academic Letters and Honor Roll
Take the lead role in communicating with all staff and students of events on-campus
Coordinate PSAT and Pre-ACT administration
SAT & ACT test materials, information, Prep Class & Boot Camps coordination as well as On-Site Supervisor and AP SSD Coordinator
Create and keep updated, program brochures for Guidance Department
FAFSA Information & Materials
Host on-campus visits with universities, community college, and military representatives
Summer Enrichment Program opportunities
Maintain Scholarship lists and catalogs
Keep updated information on Internships, Jobs, and Vocational/Trade Schools
Coordinate College Application Workshops, Awareness Month in November, and College Fairs
Website maintenance for Guidance & College/Career section
Responsible for Senior Surveys and Targeted Case Management
Senior Awards Night Coordinator
Site Administrator for online credit recovery using StrongMind software
Teach Freshman Transition Make-up Class 4 times a year
Meet with parents & students about college and career information
Assist students through Course Selection and Walk-Thru registration
Coordinate College field trips and the Oakland A’s Education Day field trip
Create or coordinate special events (i.e.: Cash for College Night, Get Schooled Challenge, etc.)
Other duties as assigned
ABILITY TO:
Ability to work comfortably with students, staff, parents, and the community
Ability to promptly return calls and emails, including parent emails, within 24-48 hours
Ability to thoroughly understand school policies and procedures, and to explain them to students and parents
Demonstrable understanding of the importance of academic planning in the context of a rigorous academic environment
Effective interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, time management, and record-keeping skills
Knowledgeable about course offerings and general college requirements and extracurricular opportunities
Positive, successful record as a secondary-level educator, preferred
Proactive demeanor, responsive to the needs of students, parents, teachers, and administrators
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work or related field
Must possess or be in the process of obtaining a California Pupil Personnel Services Credential: School Counseling
Master’s Degree (Strongly Preferred)
3+ years experience in a Guidance/School Counselor role at the high school level
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS:
Work Position (Percentage of Time):
Standing: 30 Walking: 20 Sitting: 50
Body Movement (Frequency):
None (0) Limited (1) Occasional (2) Frequent (3) Very Frequent (4)
Lifting (lbs.): 15-18 Lifting: 2 Bending: 2
Pushing and/or Pulling Loads: 1 Reaching Overhead: 1 Kneeling or Squatting: 1
Climbing Ladders: 0 Climbing Stairs: 2
NON-DISCRIMINATION: Clayton Valley Charter High School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, marital status, ancestry, political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, disability, medical condition, national origin, or mental or physical handicap in any of its policies or procedures related to admissions, employment, educational services, programs or activities.