Guidance Counselor, Education

Easterseals Residential and Education program is a great place to make a difference in the lives of the youth we serve. We provide services to children ages 8-21 with neurological and/or emotional psychological disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage student records including transcripts and course selection to meet individual needs and goals.
• Conduct orientation activities for new students as assigned by the Director of Education.
• Assist students in mapping and developing an educational plan with the collaborative teams.
• Provide projects in collaboration with teachers that are tailored to each student’s ability.
• Provide consultation to staff members regarding State Frameworks for Learning.
• Assist in preparing, ordering, and evaluating curriculum for courses.
• Provide students opportunities to explore post-secondary options.
• Prepare exiting transcripts and letters of recommendations.
• Develop outline and description of courses that are designed to meet the requirements of each student's IEP and capitalize on students' interests.
• Use strong behavior management skills to manage classroom crisis situations.
• Keep accurate grade reports.
• Provide student advocacy and career counseling.
• Attend teacher meetings and other meetings as scheduled.
• Responsible for documentation and student reports as requested.
• Support and participate in the implementation and practice of Collaborative Problem Solving.
• Provide resources for teachers and families related to independent living, post-graduate opportunities, and community participation for students.
• Create and manage job shadowing and pre-employment skills training with assigned students.

Requirements

• Master's Degree in Education or School Counseling
• Two (2) years+ experience in education, particularly career planning and pre-employment
• Guidance Counselor Education certification
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation

Pay

$65,000.00 (salaried)

Schedule

Full-time