School counselor: Hendry County Schools | Labelle, FL 33975

TITLE: GUIDANCE COUNSELOR QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. Master's degree from an accredited educational institution. 

2. Certified as a Guidance Counselor by the state of Florida. 3. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the board may find appropriate and acceptable. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Subject to the requirements of particular grade level configuration, the following will apply: Knowledge of child development and especially of characteristics of children in the age group assigned. Knowledge of current educational research, especially in the field of guidance and counseling. Basic understanding and knowledge of use of current technology in the field. Knowledge of varied learning styles and skill in using varied methods to counsel students with different learning styles. Knowledge and skill in crisis prevention, intervention and arbitration techniques. Knowledge of and skill in career counseling. Knowledge of student referral procedures for special assistance. Knowledge of graduation requirements, college admission requirements, scholarship opportunities for students, requirements for Bright Futures Scholarship Programs. Skill in oral and written communication with students, parents, and others. Ability to plan and implement activities for maximum effectiveness. Ability to effectively assess levels of student ability and achievement, administer a variety of standardized tests, analyze and explain test results and prescribe actions for improvement. Ability to work effectively with students, peers, administrators, community agencies, parents, and others. 

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