Job Description

Academic Counselor

About St. HOPE Public Schools

At. St. HOPE Public Schools we work tirelessly toward our mission of graduating self-motivated, industrious and critical thinking leaders who are committed to serving others, passionate about lifelong learning and prepared to earn a degree from a four-year college. From our rigorous curriculum and excellent athletic programs to our longer school days and high expectations for behavior, we do whatever it takes to help our students reach their full potential. St. HOPE Public Schools is a pre-kindergarten through 12th grade system of five schools serving nearly 2,000 students.

The Bigger Picture

St. HOPE Public Schools are not like other schools. We belong to a family of non-profits whose mission is to revitalize the Oak Park community through public education and economic development. Not only do our scholars receive high quality education, but they also belong to a community dedicated to their success beyond the classroom.

St. HOPE Community Development Corporation has dramatically improved Oak Park through its holistic community development approach, creating more than 20 businesses and over 300 jobs. We opened 40 Acres Art and Cultural Center, a 25,000-square-foot mixed-use facility located in the heart of Oak Park hosting the Guild Theater, Underground Books, Old Soul, and more. St. HOPE has even brought dedicated partners like Teach for America, College Track, and City Year to the neighborhood for additional support! St. HOPE Community Development Corporation supports St. HOPE Public Schools by transforming the environment of our scholars providing them with vision for excellence and success.

So you think you’re a HOPEster?

The ideal candidate will bring a passion to the mission and vision of St. HOPE and a desire to positively impact the Oak Park community. At St. HOPE Public Schools, we live by five key pillars:

High Expectations- You not only set the bar high for every scholar, but also for yourself. You possess a clear vision for what excellence looks like for student work, student behavior, and your craft.

Choice & Commitment- You understand how your work impacts life outside of your office or classroom. You wake up every morning and commit yourself to doing what's best for kids.

More Time- You are one of those people that goes above and beyond in all areas of life. Some people may even say you do too much, but you know that more time equals better results.

Focus on Results- Everything you do is done with purpose because you are dedicated to growth. You believe in data and work tirelessly to reach your goals. You are a problem solver and find feedback empowering.

Power to Lead- You are a natural influencer. You can't help but train and nurture scholars and peers. People are attracted to you because of the way you equip them to succeed.

Position Summary

Sacramento Charter High School is seeking a high school counselor to enhance and support educational goals and contribute to the physical, social, emotional, and intellectual safety for all students. The counselor serves as a resource to student advisories ensuring that students are on track to graduate and prepared for college. He/she is directly responsible for scheduling, testing and crisis intervention.

Candidates must hold the belief that all children can succeed academically and socially and this belief must drive him or her to be relentless in his or her work.

The Academic Counselor reports to the Site Lead.

Responsibilities of the Counselor will include:

• Provides support to the student advisories to ensure the advisors have the tools necessary for being a mentor and positive role model for assigned students and for communication with their parents.
• Completes student schedules.
• Communicates information to advisors, students and parents on college preparation and entrance requirements. Provide individual counseling as needed in this area.
• Develops and present workshops for advisories, advisors, parents or students for college preparation.
• Refers students needing intensive diagnosis to specialists and cooperating agencies.
• Assists as needed with parent/advisors or teacher conferences.
• Counsels students with special needs including truants, potential dropouts, academically deficient individuals and students with social or behavior problems. Develop educational goals for students with high- risk behavior.
• Works closely with the EL and Special Education coordinator to ensure students are receiving proper modifications, assessments, class placement and additional support.
• Develops and present workshops for advisories, parent and student for low students not meeting academic goals.
• Provides student crisis intervention as needed.
• Prepares reports and analyzes data on student academic progress with regard to testing and A-G requirements.
• Assists advisory teachers with Individualized Student Learning Plans.
• Individually interact and meet with students regarding progress towards graduation requirement completion.
• Provide assistance to teachers/staff regarding referrals, cps reports, crisis management and all other issues pertaining to social/emotional issues.
• Assist with all aspects of the college application process, including SAT/ACT, FAFSA, CSU/UC applications, Scholarships, etc.
• Provide recruitment support (attend open houses, meet with and assess transcripts for incoming students, ensure appropriate placement).

Qualifications

We are seeking a results-driven leader committed to the St. HOPE Public Schools mission, high expectations and his or her own professional growth.

Required:

• Knowledge of counseling techniques, theory, ethics and associated legal confidentiality requirements, state Education Code and other applicable laws, rules and regulations
• Experience working with diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds
• Valid Pupil Personnel Services credential with a specialization in School Counseling issued by the California Commission for Teacher Preparation and Licensing.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a major in education, social work, psychology, or related field
• Pass a criminal background check

Highly Desired (but not required):

• Master’s degree, preferably with a major in counseling, social work, psychology, or related field or a commitment to obtain such master’s degree within a maximum of three years.
• At least 2 years of full-time relevant experience in an urban, underserved community
• Bilingual speaking, reading, and writing abilities (Spanish or Vietnamese)
• Teaching experience

Salary

St. HOPE Public Schools offer a competitive salary and benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is a full time, exempt position.

To Apply

All candidates for this position must submit the following two pieces of information. Candidates must submit both documents or your application will not be considered.

• Resume
• Thoughtful cover letter outlining how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of this position and stating how you heard about this opportunity
• Copy of valid California substitute or teaching credential

Submit the application materials via the careers page on our website at www.sthopepublicschools.org

As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin,age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.