POSITION OVERVIEW
*Florida certification in Guidance and Counseling (grades PK-12) is required*
This role is available at KIPP Bold City High School (9-12)
The School Counselor is a year-round, certified position that is responsible for working closely with families, Learning Specialists, teachers, students and Principal(s) to enhance the school’s ability to meet its academic mission, especially where home, school, and community collaboration is key to achieving that mission.
Success in this role is measured by positively impacting (1) student attendance, (2) the onboarding experience of new families, (3) students’ social/emotional well-being, and (4) credit recovery, as needed. Counselors also execute at least 1 school-based community event a school-year and create/maintain systems that support their initiatives.
Specific Position Duties:
Serve as the coordinator and LEA for all district MRT meetings
Support classroom teachers with in-class character education and classroom guidance as determined by school leadership
Provide individual or small group counseling for students, including weekly social and/or emotional interventions for students
Provide appropriate updates to leadership on student emotional/physical well-being based on interactions with families, assessments, and observations
Support students with challenging behaviors
Track school wide attendance data and work with families of students with low attendance to increase attendance
Serve as liaison between families and community resources, including creating programming or forming partnerships to benefit students and families.
Onboard new families to KIPP
Oversee summer reading and credit recovery programs through FLVS
Other duties as outlined by school or regional leadership teams
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree and a relevant Master's degree to meet the standards outlined for certification.
Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification in Guidance and Counseling Pre-K- Grade 12
At least one complete year of school counseling experience with a proven track-record of high achievement
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools believes that our staff will represent our core values—high expectations, a growth mindset, commitment to team, trust, joy, and sustainability. We search for established educators who embody them.
Passing a background check, as required by law
In accordance with Florida House Bill 531, this position requires a background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the screening process, education, and awareness, please visit the official website at: https://info.flclearinghouse.com
HIGHLY PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Two or more years of school-based high school school counseling that includes evidence of building systems and partnership OR two or more years of high school teaching experience with a proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom.
CERTIFICATION
The FLDOE website outlines that a Master’s degree is required for this position. If you have questions about Florida certification, please visit www.fldoe.org/edcert. Please list details about where you are in the certification process on your application so we can process your application accurately. If you hold a statement of eligibility or an out-of-state certificate, please list that information on your application.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Our current starting salary for a first-year school counselor is $58,000
Access to health benefits (including medical, dental, and vision)***
Access to short-term and long-term disability insurance***
403(b) retirement program with a company match***
To support teacher practice and their growth, all lead teachers receive individualized coaching and professional development.
*There are other opportunities to earn money at KIPP Jax in the form of additional stipends. This role will only be eligible for instructional stipends if they have their FLDOE certification.
***This offering is subject to change each school year. Terms would be outlined in an offer letter, if issued.
APPLY
Please complete an application and upload a resume via our job board. No applicants will be considered who submit resumes through other job postings. Link here: https://careers.smartrecruiters.com/KIPP/jacksonville
NOTE: If you're a current KIPP Jacksonville team member and are interested in applying, you should 1) let your current manager know that you're interested and 2) complete the application in its entirety online.
QUESTIONS
If you have questions about this position at KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools, please email Jess at [email protected]
Please understand that resumes and/or cover letters are not accepted via email and you will be redirected to apply via the website.
KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal treatment for all individuals applying for employment at our schools. KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, handicap, age, religion, sexual orientation or national or ethnic origin.