School Counselor Online, 6-12
Qualifications WI Certification or ability to obtain. Some travel throughout the state of Wisconsin is required. Applicants must possess the dynamics to build relationships with children, parents, and the community to create an atmosphere of learning, trust, confidentiality, and mutual respect. The ability to interact with and be a contributing member of an award-winning school and teaching faculty is also desired. Technology skills and the ability to apply them in the counseling field are beneficial. Strong references for this position are essential.
iForward is looking for someone with a high degree of professionalism including communication skills, who can interact effectively with students, parents, and staff both in person and online. Well developed counseling skills for individual and group work are necessary. Skills in conflict resolution are essential. The candidate should have the ability to develop and deliver a quality high school guidance curriculum and be willing to continue developing and implementing a district-wide comprehensive school counseling program including strong mental health programming.
This person will be an important part of testing for the school. Because we serve students statewide, there are travel and logistics involved in testing our students that go beyond the expectations of counselors in a traditional school setting.
We are looking for someone who will focus on being a team player with the other district counselors, teachers, and administrative staff. The counselor will play a lead role in school culture programs. Teaching experience and certification would be valued but not required. The candidate should possess the skills necessary to conduct annual Individual Student and Parent Educational and Career Planning conferences at various grade levels and incorporate this information into student academic planning.
Requirements: We are seeking applicants with certification or eligibility for WI Certification DPI Code 54 or 966 Professional School Counselor. Applicants need to be prepared to deal with aspects of the personal, social, and academic needs of high school students. Applicants should possess the skills necessary to communicate effectively with parents in order to build educational partnerships. Applicants should be willing to lead in school and student improvement initiatives. Online experience is preferred.
Apply online on or before May 31, 2019.
The School District of Grantsburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, or handicap.