Counselor Elba Career Academy

ELBA CITY SCHOOLS
JOB TITLE: Secondary Career Technical Education Counselor
QUALIFICATIONS:

1. A Master's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major

in guidance and counseling

1. Valid Alabama Educators Certificate with appropriate subject area endorsement(s) and grade level.

REPORTS TO: Director of Career Technical Education
JOB DUTIES:

1. Guides students in the learning process toward the achievement of Career and Technical Education success and attainment of College and Ready Indicators
2. Collaborates with CTE teachers as appropriate to evaluate and discuss students' needs and progress, develop lessons and activities in accordance with the adopted curriculum, coordinate instructional efforts, identify academic and behavioral issues, and make referrals to ECS personnel or other professionals as needed.
3. Works with a variety of staff as needed to make necessary accommodations for students as required by Individual Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans to integrate appropriate teaching plans and strategies into the district's curriculum to effectively meet students' needs.
4. Provide academic, vocational, career and personal guidance and counseling for prospective, new, and continuing students.
5. Support all CTE student populations enrolled in courses and programs by clarifying or advising academic goals and maintaining enrollment priority.
6. Establish an equitable process for participation in CTE programs for all students.
7. Assist with career and educational planning, strengthen partnerships with schools and CTE programs, intervene as directed to increase completion, conduct classroom presentations, and close collaboration with all faculty, administration, and other staff/departments to ensure CTE program success.
8. Participate in program planning, regular meetings with instructional faculty and staff, and program evaluation of activities.
9. Monitor, track, and record students' CCRI status to ensure attainment of district educational goals.
10. Facilitate small and large-group workshops and general information sessions to explain CTE programs.
11. Conduct orientations and workshops related to student success via in-class visitations and career fairs.
12. Review and develop CTE curriculum pathways to ensure completion, industry credential attainment, and alignment with ALSDE CTE course standards.
13. Assist in developing partnerships with higher education for approved dual enrollment programs and ensure successful administration. Provide guidance to CTE program students about available Dual Enrollment programs.
14. Provide orientations and workshops at schools to promote CTE programs as part of outreach efforts.
15. Use of technology tools as it relates to counselor functions.
16. Assignments may include counseling duties scheduled during some evenings, weekends and at off-site campuses.
17. Assist in developing methodologies for students with special needs and difference learning styles.
18. Demonstrate commitment to professional development, including but not limited to activities such as: participation in professional conferences, workshops, seminars, membership in professional organizations.
19. Demonstrate sensitivity in working with students and staff of diverse racial, ethnic, academic, and socio-economic backgrounds, sexual orientation, and disabilities by showing respect for differences and the dignity of others.
20. Participate or lead in curriculum development and review of grades 7-12 to ensure district academic standards and course offerings align with district goals and ensure compliance with ALSDE courses of students.
21. Assists schools in master scheduling of CTE courses and enrollment of students in CTE programs.
22. Assist with the management and advisement of the district's online virtual school platform.
23. Assesses the advancement and accomplishments of students on an ongoing basis through the utilization of data reporting tools and other methods; prepares progress reports for distribution as required by school guidelines.
24. Collects and maintains accurate, complete, and proper documentation for the purpose of preparing reports, recording activities, and complying with applicable district policies and state/federal laws and regulations.
25. Notifies appropriate personnel regarding evidence of child abuse/neglect (as required by state law), as well as severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide, or students appearing to be under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.
26. Maintains familiarity with the schools' safety plan and actively contributes to a safe school environment by following applicable procedures and laws, reporting unsafe actions and/or conditions, and assisting with supervision as required.
27. Exerts 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly.
28. Maintains professional growth and competence through professional development.
29. Attend staff meetings, as required, and serve on staff committees as assigned.
30. Adhere to school system rules, administrative procedures, local board policy, and state and federal rules and regulations.
31. Perform other duties as may be assigned.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job qualifications and responsibilities, and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Elba City Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.