POSITION:
- Elementary Counselor – dependent on SIA Funding
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT/SALARY:
190 days, 8hr days
$39, 188-$73, 039 depending on experience (pending negotiations of the collective bargaining agreement)
STARTING DATE:
August 2020
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for the position.
Ability to assist in establishing and maintaining an effective learning climate in the school.
Ability to interpret and implement all Board policies, Federal and State Laws, Administrative Regulations and negotiated agreements.
Ability to assist in the development, delivery, revisions, and evaluation of the curriculum and instructional services used in guidance, counseling and counseling-related state mandates.
Ability to assist in the development of school plans and organizational procedures for the health, safety, discipline, and conduct of students as established in district procedures.
Ability to serve as liaison between the school and community, interpreting activities and policies of the school and encouraging parent involvement with the school.
Ability to provide direction to others and to make independent judgements.
Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with students, parents, teachers, and community.
Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with student, staff and/or parent information.
Ability to communicate with individuals of varied cultural and educational backgrounds.
Ability to keep and maintain accurate records and to meet deadlines.
Perform physical requirements which may include:
• Moderate to extensive degree of physical and emotional stamina
• Frequent and prolonged standing, walking and sitting
• Frequent and prolonged conversations
• Possible exposure to bodily fluids
Such alternative to the above requirements as the School Board or the Administration may Bachelor’s Degree in business administration, business management, education, accounting or a related field; deem appropriate and acceptable.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
See Job Description in Application packet
HOW TO APPLY:
Visit the Gervais website at gervais.k12.or.us. Click far right blue tab stating “Employment”, select the “Licensed” tab, and then click on the blue tab stating “Click here to apply online for a position”.
Submit a Powered by TalentEd application with the following:
• A letter of interest addressing your strengths relative to the position;
• A current professional resume;
• Copy of Oregon Counseling License; and
• 3 current letters of reference.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday April 1, 2020 at the District Office.
HIRING TIMELINES:
Advertise opening: 03/18/2020
Applications due: 04/01/2020 or until filled
Applications screened: 04/02/2020
Interviews: 04/6-7/2020
Board Approval: 04/16/2020
Position to be offered: 04/08/2020
(conditional upon board approval)
Start date: August 2020
Gervais School District is an equal opportunity educator and employer.
Persons having questions about or requests for special needs and accommodation should contact the Director of Special Programs at the Gervais School District Office, 290 First Street, Gervais, OR 97026, Phone (503) 792-3801. Contact should be made 48 hours in advance of the event. The Gervais School district’s policy is to provide veterans and disabled veterans with preference as required by law. Applicants are required to provide certification of eligibility for preference
