Duties will include, but will not be limited to the following:

• Execute the Counseling & Guidance strategic plan so that the section objectives are met, and their impact is measured as they are tied to school counseling program standards and Office of Student Learning goals. Performs such work as developing and building business/industry/agency partnerships by attending and assisting with meetings, advisory boards, state agencies, and other venues to gain exposure and/or secure partnerships, resources, and/or funding for school counseling activities.
• Plan and coordinate professional development activities and development of resources that support Counseling & Guidance and ALSDE initiatives for local education agency (LEA) professional staff, teachers, school and district administrators, and/or school counselors so that there is an improvement of quality for school counseling programs offered in the state, the culture and climate of schools and communities, and the increased awareness of secondary and postsecondary opportunities for all students.
• Serve as a content expert for school counseling by researching a variety of business, industry, and educational sources so that relevant and focused curricula and resources are provided which promote all aspects of the Alabama Counseling & Guidance State Plan.
• Promote and practice teamwork within ALSDE, Office of Student Learning, and Instructional Services section so that work performed by the agency, division, and section are completed in a timely and efficient manner to include tasks and functions assigned, response to communication, monitoring, and providing technical assistance for assigned duties.
• Facilitate the annual program review process so that assigned school counseling programs receive a desk audit, on-site review, and provides technical assistance needed to prepare for review and clear citations and deficiencies (including documentation of technical assistance for all school counseling and guidance programs).
• Provide support and technical assistance to LEAs in the areas of graduation requirements, dual enrollment, credit recovery, credit advancement, summer school, advanced placement, non-traditional high school diploma option, subject and personnel codes, and other applicable areas through collaborative efforts with other SDE sections.
• Utilize partnerships with postsecondary education to build program areas. Utilizes workforce data to market a career-focused curriculum to teachers, school counselors, administrators, and the business/industry community.
• Provide leadership and guidance in assisting LEAs in the development, revision, and review of appropriate and relevant course pathways for all students.
• Manage activities through time management skills, organizational skills, and utilization of technology to increase efficiency in corresponding, communicating, and meeting deadlines.
• Complete other projects and assignments as directed by supervisor and the Instructional Services Coordinator.

Education:

• Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university in an approved subject matter or education specialty area. (Use this link for the Alabama State Personnel Department’s Degree Acceptance Policy )

Experience:

• Five years of experience in school counseling and a proven record of systemic change related to student learning. School- and district-level leadership experience required.
• Candidate must hold an Alabama Professional Educator Certificate.

Other Skills:

• Possess strong motivational skills
• Be attentive to details
• Possess organizational skills
• Ability to work independently
• Be team-oriented and flexible
• Use effective verbal and written communication skills
• Use problem-solving skills
• Ability to deliver presentations to professional audiences
• Ability to travel overnight

How to apply:

Step 1:

To be considered for this position, you must be on the employment register for this classification. Employment registers are established through the Alabama State Personnel Department. Please visit their website at Alabama State Personnel Department for instructions on the application process. Contact the Alabama State Personnel Department at 334-242-3389 for questions regarding the application process.

Step 2:

After you receive notification from the Alabama State Personnel Department that you have been placed on the employment register, you may email a cover letter and résumé as an attachment to:

Mr. Sean Stevens () and

Ms. Becky Crum ()

Note: This position has been approved by the State Finance Director so consideration may be given to external interest as well as interest inside the ALSDE.