Job Specific Expectations

Responsibilities & Duties include:

• Provide academic, social/personal, and college/career counseling to students.

• Monitor student progress and provide support to students with particular academic challenges.

• Provide short-term counseling for students in need and referrals for those needing long-term counseling & support.

• Advise students academically, assist in appropriate course selection to ensure that students are meeting all requirements for graduation/TOPS, and maintain a state-required Individual Graduation Plan for each student.

• Meet individually with students and parents to explore and identify appropriate college options using Naviance.

• Guide students through all aspects of the college application and admissions process.

• Provide knowledge and guidance in terms of scholarship programs and opportunities.

• Advise students on the various summer programs and internship opportunities that are available.

• Write letters of recommendation for all assigned students.

• Coordinate and plan college and career events, including, but not limited to: College Fair, College Kick Off Night for Juniors, College Q&A Night for Junior Parents, Senior College Night, and Financial Aid Night.

• Collaborate in promoting the counseling department and being available to families at events such as Open House, Franklin Welcome Night, Meet the Teachers, Report Card Conferences, etc.

Education & Experience

Required- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university

Preferred - Master’s Degree, 3+ years experience in College Counseling or College Admissions, School Counseling Certification