Middle School Counselor SY 24-25

University Preparatory Charter School for Young Men is currently seeking candidates for a Middle School Counselor position for the 2024-2025 school year.

Company Description:

The mission of the University Preparatory Charter School for Young Men is to establish a culture that celebrates diversity and where all boys thrive academically and holistically. University Prep develops this culture through small classes, student empowerment, personalized attention from teachers and school staff, and a consistent focus on successful instructional outcomes. University Prep provides opportunities and experiences that balance the academic, social, physical, and creative development of young men. Consistent emphasis is placed on preparation for life after high school, a 100% graduation rate, and all students being college or workplace ready.
 

Functional Description:  The counselor will counsel and support students and advance the program design for students.  The school seeks to graduate students prepared to become good citizens, future leaders and meaningful contributors to society.  Students will grow and learn in a safe and positive environment. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provide Counseling Services

§  Counsel students.

§  Deliver instruction at each grade level in career planning to assigned students.

§  Assist students in implementing personal goals with the planning of an appropriate high school program and an annual review of the high school educational plan.

§  Help students understand their academic record, including test results, marks, and educational plan.

§  Provide programs and information which will make transitions for students as smooth as possible.

§  Monitor the progress of at-risk students.

§  Provide crisis intervention for such issues as, but not limited to: grief and loss, child abuse, substance abuse, harassment, pregnancy, and behavior management.

Provide Coordinating Services

§  Have a strong knowledge base of school and community resources, services and programs and access these for their students.

§  Facilitate students’ educational, social and emotional development.

§  Assist pupils to make plans beyond high school.

§  Develop techniques for disseminating educational and career information and relate it to school curricula.

§  Keep data on individual students.

§  Collaborate with other counselors to increase individual effectiveness in meeting student needs.
 

Provide Consulting Services

§  Encourage and support active parental involvement in planning student programs.

§  Communicate on a regular basis with students, parents, community, staff and administration.

§  Consult with parents, teachers, and other specialists.

§  Are active members of the student support team and interact on an on-going basis with student support staff and transition team for students with disabilities.

§  Recommend to the administration changes in the curriculum, methods, rules, and policies when such changes are indicated as the result of counseling.

§  Engage in Professional Development

§  Keep up-to-date on sources of career information.

§  Pursue continuous professional growth through in-service workshops, conferences and professional meetings.

§  Adhere to the ethics of the counseling profession.
 

College & Career

• You'll build a culture of college and career readiness amongst all students by creating inspirational and instructional signage, advising students in the course selection process, and helping plan and execute events such as Career Day, SAT School Day, Senior Signing Day, College Acceptance Forums, College Visits and Alumni Day.
• You'll collaborate with parents and families to ensure a positive partnership by providing informational workshops and hosting individualized meetings.

Other

Knowledge of career & technical education

Knowledge of NCAA clearinghouse

Knowledge of course request and master scheduling

Knowledge of PowerSchool
 

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND CERTIFICATION:

·       New York State Certification preferred

·       Master’s degree preferred

BENEFITS:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life Insurance
• New York State Teacher Retirement System
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• NYSTRS

Job Type:

Full-time: Middle School Counselor

SALARY/SALARY RANGE:

The current salary range is $49,000 - $59,000; negotiable based on level of education, experience, training, and certifications.