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WMMS/HS School Counselor

ReNEW Schools, Indiana, PA, United States


Wood Memorial Middle/High School - School Counselor
Creating impactful, integrated, rigorous, and relevant educational experiences while focusing on developing positive relationships; East Gibson School Corporation is on a mission to prepare kindergarten through 12th grade students within the eastern part of Gibson County in Southwestern Indiana to prepare for tomorrow’s future. East Gibson School Corporation boasts a 14:1 student to teacher ratio with students scoring at or above Indiana state assessments. The East Gibson School Corporation embodies a close knit community filled with a rich, rural culture.

East Gibson School Corporation is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Counselor. The primary goal will be to deliver a comprehensive, data-driven program that supports three key pillars:

Academic Development ,

College and Career Readiness , and

Social-Emotional Wellbeing .

Key Responsibilities:
1. Academic & Personal Development

Individual Planning:

Helping teachers support students in developing personalized academic plans and tracking progress toward Indiana’s graduation requirements.

Course Advisement:

Appraising student interests and aptitudes to assist with course selection and academic goal setting.

Transition Support:

Facilitating smooth transitions from elementary to middle school and from middle to high school.

Tiered Interventions:

Participating in

Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)

team to identify students needing academic or behavioral interventions.

2. College and Career Readiness (CCR).

Graduation Pathways:

Guiding students through Indiana's Graduation Pathways.

Career Exploration:

Administering career interest assessments and helping students connect their hobbies and strengths to potential work environments.

Skill Development:

Teaching essential "soft skills" like punctuality, resilience, and workplace etiquette that transfer from school to the workforce.

Postsecondary Guidance:

Assisting with college applications, financial aid (FAFSA), and vocational or technical training options.

3. Social-Emotional & Responsive Services

Prevention Programming:

Delivering Tier 1 instruction on topics such as anti-bullying, drug and alcohol prevention, and digital citizenship.

Conflict Management:

Teaching students negotiation, refusal skills, and stress management strategies to regulate emotions.

4. Program Management & Advocacy

Data Analysis:

Using achievement, attendance, and discipline data to identify and close achievement gaps.

Collaboration & Consultation:

Partnering with parents, teachers, and administrators to support student success and referring families to community resources when necessary.

Professional Leadership:

Aligning the counseling program with the school’s mission and vision

Key Qualifications:

Master’s degree in School Counseling or the willingness to pursue a minimum of 6 credit hours toward the degree annually.

Valid IN School Services License or willingness to pursue an Emergency Permit.

Valid CPR/AED certification

Preferred Skills:

Experience with or knowledge of Indiana Graduation Requirements

Proficiency in Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS) and data-driven decision making.

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

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