JOB SUMMARY:
Hamilton Community Schools invites dedicated counselors to apply for the open position of high school counselor that's available starting in the 2024-2025 school year. We are excited to engage with quality candidates who are not only results-driven but also committed to inspiring children to develop emotionally, socially, and intellectually. This position is 100% in-person.
LOCATION: Hamilton Virtual / Middle School
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development.
- Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations.
- Prepare required reports on students and activities.
- Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
- Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs.
- Work with or understanding of Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
- Work with or understanding of Positive Behavioral Intervention and Supports (PBIS).
- Work collaboratively with the Work-Based Learning Teacher and district coordinator.
- Have a detailed understanding of adjusting student schedules for both in-person and online learning opportunities.
- Support families and documentation of Work-Based Learning opportunities.
- Support administration of state mandated assessments
- Communicate professionally with academic and career providers.
- Have a detailed understanding of Naviance and its informational structure.
Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:
- Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economics and ability backgrounds.
- Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls and answer emails.
- Participate in appropriate professional activities.
- Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations as directed.
- Other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- The role of a Michigan school counselor can be fulfilled by individuals who hold any of the following credentials:
- School Counselor License (SCL)
- Michigan Teaching Certificate with the School Counselor (NT) endorsement
- Preliminary School Counselor Credential (PSCC)
- Temporary School Counselor License (TSCL)
- Work collaboratively with other school counselors, social workers, and school staff.
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
- Must have the ability and proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
- Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.
- Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology. (PowerSchool and Naviance)
- Meet professional teacher education requirements of school, district and state.
REPORTS TO: Building Principal(s)
START DATE: 2024-2025 School Year
SALARY RANGE: Per HEA Master Agreement
BENEFITS:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- $25,000 Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Cash in lieu option
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25+ pounds.
WHO ARE WE?
Hamilton Community Schools is a rural district in West Michigan, located south of Holland and east of Saugatuck. Our well-maintained district includes one preschool learning center (Sandyview), three elementary schools (Bentheim, Blue Star, and Hamilton Elementary), one middle school, one high school, and the Hamilton Virtual School. Despite covering a large area of 135 square miles, Hamilton retains a small-town feel.
As one of the 18 member public school districts within the Ottawa Intermediate School District (OAISD), Hamilton Community Schools employs 400 staff members and serves over 2,400 full-time students, along with 1,100 non-public students across various programs and formats. Renowned throughout the state, our district is celebrated for balancing a small-town atmosphere with educational innovation, catering to the needs of every learner. With a strong focus on K-12 academics, work-based learning, athletics, and the arts, Hamilton is a destination district. WE are HAWKEYES!
APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Submit an application, cover letter and resume using the online application system.
Deadline to apply: The search committee will review applications until the position is filled.
Any questions can be sent to Sara McIntyre, Director of Student Services smcintyre@hamiltonschools.us
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Hamilton Community Schools is an equal opportunity employer and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, color, height, weight, marital status, familial status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status with applicable state and federal laws.
DISTRIBUTION: Internal / External