.5 School Counselor

Responsibilities

• Advocates for students and provides and assesses interventions to ensure student success and promote an exemplary educational program which fosters achievement for all students.
• Provides assistance to children in making educational, occupational and life plans that increase the probability of students becoming mature and responsible decision-makers who enjoy a high degree of personal fulfillment.
• Provide direct and indirect counseling services to children who are exhibiting symptoms of social, emotional, and/or academic difficulties that interfere with their academic or social progress.
• Develops, promotes and maintains good relationships with community members and coworkers.