Guidance counselor

Job Description

About the Position :

Reporting to the Principal of Polk State Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School, this instructional position will teach introductory College Success (SLS) courses designed to encourage, support and enable students' success at Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School and coordinate all federal, state, and local testing, along with ACT and SAT testing.

This position is also responsible academic support services of students at Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School, primarily including student scheduling and advising and acts as a liaison to the student services department of the college.

The school counselor coordinates educational activities and communicates with local high school staff and students to ensure a comprehensive support program .

Working for Polk State College, you join a talented and dedicated academic community as they prepare tomorrow's leaders .

Essential Functions / Duties

Teach courses in accordance with published course descriptions, schedules, procedures and course outlines.

Work with the principa l and other faculty and staff as appropriate to assess and modify course and program goals, objectives , methods and content.

Conduct on-going evaluation of student progress and maintain records of student course / class performance.

Conduct class evaluations and complete other college evaluations in accordance with college policy.

Maintain a high level of expertise in the subjects taught.

Ensure all charter high schools are prepared for testing through organizing materials, training staff, and coordinating proctoring.

Be educated on and follow the rules in testing manuals and ensure that all proctors and staff are trained and aware of rules.

Work with Assistant Principal and Teacher Resource Specialist Trainer for Technolog y to help maintain integrity of all testing scenarios and materials and coordinate the overall testing program.

Maintain Regular Attendance

Utilize the Polk State & Polk County School Board master schedules for student scheduling and placement.

Conduct group instruction and counseling sessions relating to study skills, test anxiety, time management, goals setting, and other college success skills.

Consult with the Collegiate High School faculty on appropriate academic resources for use by Collegiate High School students.

Assist students in establishing realistic immediate and long-range goals and refine methods of continuous monitoring and adequate follow-up of student progress.

Monitor student graduation progress and eligibility for state scholarships & develop accountability measures to assure compliance.

Serve as a liaison to various college departments involved with Collegiate High School operations.

Assist in the external marketing of the High School and College and with student recruiting activities.

Attend district, state and national guidance in service and training workshops.

Conduct personal counseling session s when needed.

Serve as initial or as a primary contact for parent inquiries regarding student academic progress .

Provide academic advising for both high school and college course work.

Maintain proficiency in state dual enrollment course equivalencies.

Coordinate and administer national, state and local testing to include PERT, PSAT, FAST , BEST EOC's., etc.

Conduct workshops for parents pertaining to college admissions / acceptance, testing, scholarship and financial aid issues.

Required Skills

Required Skills

Demonstrated extensive knowledge of the subject area(s) in which the individual is responsible for instruction.

Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the fundamentals of effective communication and of effective instruction.

Understanding of federal, state, and local testing.

Knowledge of ACT and SAT testing.

Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of high school students.

Knowledge and understanding of principles of curriculum development.

Ability to communicate effectively in writing, and orally with a variety of audiences in a variety of settings.

Ability to make professional judgments within defined parameters of policy and professional standards.

Experience in high school and college scheduling preferred .

Experience in counseling at both the high school and college level preferred .

Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication.

Knowledge of the Florida education system and high school graduation requirements preferred.

Knowledge of college admissions process preferred .

Knowledge and experience in dual-enrollment and college scheduling preferred .

Hold or be eligible for State of Florida Certification in Guidance / School Counseling required

Working Conditions

• This position is a full-time on-campus position located at our Winter Haven campus. (Remote / hybrid options are not available.)
• This position may require some evening and weekend work depending on training and testing schedules.
• Position may be required to work during College closures (such as winter / spring break and inclement weather closures).
• This position will teach classes at Chain of Lakes Collegiate High School as needed .
• Travel to seminars and conferences required.

Salary and Benefits Information

We offer an excellent employer-paid benefits package including the following : Medical, Dental, Life, Long-Term Disability, Vacation (except faculty), Holiday and Sick Leave, Retirement (if eligible) and college fee waivers.

Other employee-paid, voluntary benefits (vision, short-term disability, etc.) are also available.

Required Education

A Master's degree in School Counseling from a regionally accredited college or university.

A Florida Department of Education Teaching Certification in a K-12 designation is required and School / Guidance Counseling is r equired .

Required Experience

Required Experience

At least two years of teaching or counseling / advising experience in a secondary school or college setting

Preferred Experience :

• Teaching experience is preferred.
• Experience administering and proctoring exams and validated assessments preferred.
• One year of program or testing coordination preferred.

Submissions that do not include all parts of the following required information will not be considered :

a resume

an electronic job application (all sections MUST be completed)

This position will close at 8 : 00 a.m. on Friday, March 15, 2024.

Important Information

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.

Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

Polk State College participates in E-Verify. Candidates must provide documentation of eligibility to work in the United States.

Polk State College does not provide visa sponsorship.

Polk State College is committed to equal access / equal opportunity in its programs, activities, and employment. For additional information, visit polk.

edu / compliance. For questions or concerns, please contact : Lonnie Thompson, Chief of Institutional Compliance & Engagement / Title IX Coordinator; lthompson@polk.edu.

• To request Veteran's Preference, please be sure to upload all necessary documents (DD-214, etc.) to your application.
• Polk State College is a drug-free workplace.
• Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities.

Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.

• Reference checks, successful completion of a background check, and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.
• Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

We encourage applicants to provide feedback of their experience or request help at Careers@polk.edu .

Company Location

All Campuses

Salary Type

Annually

Salary

57,446.00 - 60,491.00 USD

Last updated : 2024-03-03