Position Type: Instructional/School Counselor
Date Posted: 9/11/2024
Location: Gifford Middle
Description: Ability to read, interpret, and follow State Board of Education rules, Code of Ethics, School Board
policies, and appropriate state and federal statutes. Knowledge and understanding of human
development and the unique needs and characteristics of students served. Knowledge and
understanding of guidance and counseling principles, programs, and services. Knowledge of tests
and measurement theory. Knowledge of community resources and services available for student
assistance. At the high school level knowledge of high school graduation requirement, state
scholarship programs, financial aid, military, and career programs. Knowledge of exceptional
education procedures. Knowledge and ability to provide crisis intervention services, knowledge
of community and state services. Assume supportive role in MTSS problem solving process to meet
the social and emotional needs of students. Ability to counsel and provide support to students,
parents, and school personnel in the resolution of problems in student learning, behavior, and
mental health concerns. Ability to administer student assessment and evaluation instruments.
Ability to analyze and use data. Ability to communicate orally and in writing, with parents, school
personnel and the public. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to maintain sensitivity to
multicultural issues. Ability to use a computer. Knowledge of Florida Educator Accomplished
Practices and Teacher Competencies.
Job Summary: To provide students with educational, personal, and vocational counseling and to
identify and coordinate all available resources to empower students to reach full
potential.
Qualifications: 1. Master's degree from an accredited educational institution.
2. Florida certification in Guidance and counseling.
3. Previous classroom teaching experience preferred.
4. Satisfactory criminal background check and drug screening.
Application Procedure: Apply online
Salary Information: Instructional. Elementary- One hundred ninety-six days worked per year (10 months)
FLSA Exempt. Seconday- Two hunred sixteen days worked per year (11 months).Attachment(s):