Post-Secondary Counselor
Company: Dot Education Solutions, LLC
Location: Long Beach
Posted on: July 30, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description:This position will be the primary resource for
students and teachers regarding post-secondary options. They will
help students realize post-secondary options by meeting
individually with students, using data, conducting workshops and
designing activities that will increase the number of college-bound
students each year. This position provides direct certificated
instructional support 100% of the time. This position will be
available to provide direct instruction to students 6 hours a
day.Essential Functions include, but are not limited to the
following:*Meets one-on-one with students (and parents, if
required/desired) to discuss post-secondary goals; assists teachers
in creating individualized plans for students to reach their
goal(s).Acts as the primary contact for district ROP and vocational
programs.Monitors overall attendance, GPA and expectations for
graduation.Coordinates workshops or seminars quarterly to help
inform students and teachers of their post-secondary options and
equip students with specific skills required for post-secondary
life (i.e., interviewing skills, filling out job or college
applications, etc.). Creates timely hand-outs (or posters) for
teachers and students regarding requirements for specific options
for students.Sets goals for the number of college-bound students
each year. Track graduates to verify post-secondary
activities.Obtains knowledge of the current UC A-G requirements and
communicate with students and teachers.Tracks senior credit
progression monthly to ensure students and teachers know what is
required from each student for timely graduation.Monitors and
informs area of SAT and ACT testing sessions, including an accurate
master SAT and ACT testing calendar.Provides students resources for
SAT and ACT preparation; facilitate SAT and ACT prep classes on
site when appropriate.Stays up to date on, and inform students,
parents, and teachers of the latest financial aid and scholarship
information.Maintains post-secondary boards in centers.Interviews
students with 200+ credits to ensure students are following their
post-secondary path and are aware of the needed
requirements.Reports post-secondary data to Assistant
Superintendent and Director of Instructional Operations
annually.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:Ability to work
independently and efficiently, exercising reasonable judgment, in a
fast-paced, multi-task environment with minimal supervision.Ability
to synergize with field and corporate staff to implement the
educational program.Ability to work effectively under pressure and
demonstrate problem solving skills, while maintaining courtesy,
professionalism, and a customer service attitude.Strong
interpersonal relationship skills.Ability to communicate
effectively, verbally and in writing, with students, parents,
co-workers, and business contacts in a courteous and professional
manner.Working knowledge of MS Office and database managementPrefer
bi-lingual in English and SpanishEducation and Experience:BA/BS
Degree requiredCA valid Preliminary or Clear PPS credential
requiredIntern eligible accepted*The specific statements shown in
each section of this description are not intended to be all
inclusive. They describe the general nature and level of work being
performed and/or represent typical elements and criteria considered
necessary to successfully perform the job. The Company retains the
discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any
time.
Keywords: Dot Education Solutions, LLC, Long Beach , Post-Secondary Counselor, Other , Long Beach, California
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