Reports to: Counselor/Principal Date Revised: 5/10/2019
Dept/School: Copperas Cove High School
Primary Purpose
Advise students and provide guidance in development and completion of each student’s personal graduation plan (PGP).
Qualifications
Education/Certification:
Associates Degree
Only a counselor or an administrator may develop personal graduation plans at the high school level. In addition to a counselor or administrator, a teacher or other appropriate individual may develop the plan at the junior high or middle school level. [TEC
28.0212 and
28.02121]
Special Knowledge/Skills
Knowledge of career development
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior
Ability to present information in one-on-one, small group, and large group situations to students, parents, and district staff
Experience
Two years educational experience
Major Responsibilities And Duties
Guidance
Guide individual students to identify a course of study that promotes college and workforce readiness, career placement and advancement, and helps the student make the transition from secondary to post-secondary education.
Review personal graduation plan (PGP) options with individual students and their parent or guardian and monitor progress toward attainment of goals. Help the student to access and make use of proven educational resources, innovative methods, and other interventions that will accelerate the learning process.
Guide individual students to plan, monitor, and manage the student’s own educational and career development including providing information about post-secondary opportunities.
Assessment
Interpret standardized test results and assessment data to guide students in individual goal setting and planning.
Program Management and Administration
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents.
Comply with policies established by federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and board policy. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations
Tools/Equipment Used: Personal computer and peripherals; standard instructional equipment
Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting
Motion: Frequent walking
Lifting: Regular light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)
Environment: Work inside, may work outside
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress; may work prolonged or irregular hours
Copperas Cove ISD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, or age in its programs, activities or employment practicies. For inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies, contact: Human Resources, (254) 547-1227, 408 South Main, Copperas Cove, TX 76522.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
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