School Counselor Assistant (Substitute)

POSITION: SCHOOL COUNSELOR ASSISTANT (SUB) 12/8/25-6/12/26

RESPONSIBLE TO: PRINCIPAL/DIRECTOR OF PUPIL SERVICES

INTRODUCTION:

At Licking Heights Local Schools, our commitment to student success drives everything we do. We believe in providing equitable, personalized learning experiences focused on building character skills and achieving academic excellence. Our comprehensive framework, addressing milestones from kindergarten readiness to college and career competencies, ensures that every student thrives academically, socially, and emotionally. We are dedicated to creating a positive school culture where students can explore their talents through extracurricular activities, fostering well-rounded and socially responsible citizens.

To be successful at Licking Heights Local Schools, staff members must embody a range of skills, including:

Passion for education and student well-being

Effective mentoring and guidance for students

Strong communication and collaboration skills

Continuous learning and professional development

Forward-thinking planning and strategic decision-making

Openness to two-way communication and community engagement We are dedicated to supporting our staff through comprehensive induction, providing ongoing professional development aligned with our district's vision, and creating a safe and empowering school environment where every individual can flourish. Join us in our mission to provide an exceptional education experience that prepares students for success in school, career, and life.

JOB GOAL: The School Counselor Assistant provides all students equitable access to a comprehensive school counseling program that reduces barriers to student success by focusing on academic, career, and social-emotional needs. Through collaboration with all stakeholders including families, staff and community, and school counselors while using a strength-based perspective; students will be able to reach their full potential, succeed within the classroom, and become productive citizens in the 21st century.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor's degree in a related field and working towards a Master's degree in school counseling.

Appropriate State of Ohio license

Consistent requirements to lift, carry, push and pull various supplies and/or equipment up to a maximum of 50 pounds

Willing to help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board of Education may find appropriate PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design and implement a school counseling program in accordance with District policies and administrative guidelines, Operating Standards for Ohio Schools, and the provisions of State and Federal law.

Collect, analyze, present, and utilize data from a variety of sources to plan, implement, and continually improve practice related to the field.

Provide individual and small group counseling with oversight from the school counselor to meet the academic, college/career, and social/emotional development needs of students.

Conduct large group and classroom guidance sessions focusing on study skills, learning strategies, conflict resolution, and to meet the academic, college/career, and social/emotional development needs of students.

Engage in collaborative planning with administrators, counselors, teachers, students, parents, and community to promote a comprehensive school counseling program plan.

Engage parents and community members in the educational process and in the support of student learning, achievement, and overall well-being.

Plan and deliver effective comprehensive activities and/or experiences in collaboration with staff to support students' academic progress and goals and make adjustments as needed.

Consult with staff and families regarding student referrals, intervention strategies, student progress, school programs, and related issues.

Serve as a role model for students on how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, intelligent human beings by demonstrating professionalism, modeling ethics, and seeking continuous professional learning.

Instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.

Keep current and knowledgeable on educational issues, school counseling, and district-related matters.

Adhere to American School Counselor Association and other relevant ethical standards for school counselors and all relevant federal, state and local codes and policies. Help colleagues access and interpret codes and policies and understand implications.

Perform other job functions related to the specialist's role as assigned.

WORK ENVIRONMENT CHARACTERISTIC CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics, described here, are not listed in order of importance, and are representative of those an employee encounters while completing the duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.

Frequent work that may extend beyond the normal workday

Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue

Occasional operation of a vehicle under inclement weather conditions

Occasional interaction among unruly children/adults

Many situations that require hand motion, e.g., computer keyboard, typing and writing

Consistent requirements to sit, stand, walk, hear, see, read and speak, reach, stretch with hands and arms, crouch, kneel and climb and stoop

EVALUATION: Performance of the school counselor assistants responsibilities will be evaluated by the building principal and director of pupil services.

REVISED: July 27, 2021

December 6, 2024