Academic Counselor - Dorothy Kirby at Los Angeles County Office Of Education
About the Employer
Welcome to the Los Angeles County Office of Education! Thank you for your interest in joining the LACOE family. We are proud of the fact that we have talented staff, excellent growth opportunities, outstanding support and an invigorating mission. The primary function of LACOE is to service and support 80 K-12 school districts along with numerous other agencies, as we ensure educational excellence for the region’s two-million preschool and school-aged children. LACOE serves others by building capacity in our employees, being responsive to the needs of our customers and modeling integrity and respect in our actions and communications. We enhance our role through partnering with our communities, County and other educational institutions to provide outreach, support and specialized services. It is our mission to improve the lives of students and our educational community through our service, leadership and advocacy. We are seeking talented individuals who support our vision and strategic plan that encompasses “A Culture of Excellence in ALL We Do.”
Job Summary
Job Summary
Provide academic counseling and guidance to assist students and parents in understanding the credits/courses needed to meet the graduation requirements. Identifies and assists in solving emotional and educational problems, adjusting to school & community life, and completing the college application process.
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination of education and experience that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education: A Master’s degree in social work or counseling from an institution of higher learning accredited by own of the six regional accreditation associations as recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE (must attach credential with document number): • Must hold a PPS Credential in School Counseling An ideal candidate will also hold: • Child Welfare Authorization (CWA)
Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. Internal and external applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of credentials (please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.), and three current, dated and signed letters of recommendation written within the past 12 months. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application by the deadline date.
- Certificate Copy (Must hold a PPS Credential in School Counseling - must include document number)
- Credential Copy (An ideal candidate will also hold a Child Welfare Authorization (CWA) - must include document number)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current letters that are dated and signed)
- Resume
Requirements / Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: Any combination of education and experience that would be likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Education: A Master’s degree in social work or counseling from an institution of higher learning accredited by own of the six regional accreditation associations as recognized by the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE (must attach credential with document number): • Must hold a PPS Credential in School Counseling An ideal candidate will also hold: • Child Welfare Authorization (CWA)
Interested, qualified persons are invited to submit an online employment application. Internal and external applicants are responsible for submitting a completed electronic employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of credentials (please provide a copy of each credential document as it appears on the California Teaching Credential website with the document number on it.), and three current, dated and signed letters of recommendation written within the past 12 months. All required documents must be submitted electronically with your application by the deadline date.
- Certificate Copy (Must hold a PPS Credential in School Counseling - must include document number)
- Credential Copy (An ideal candidate will also hold a Child Welfare Authorization (CWA) - must include document number)
- Letter of Introduction
- Letter(s) of Recommendation (Must include 3 current letters that are dated and signed)
- Resume
Comments and Other Information
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for All Los Angeles County Office of Education Employees
Under Superintendent Policy 4060, COVID-19 Vaccination, the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) requires that all LACOE employees, including substitute employees, temporary office workers, hourly/part-time employees, contractors, interns, and volunteers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. An individual is considered “fully vaccinated” when at least two weeks have passed since that individual’s receipt of the second dose in a two-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson and Johnson’s Janssen vaccine. LACOE will consider requests for accommodations (exemptions) made by individuals who cannot receive the vaccine due to medical reasons and/or sincerely held religious beliefs, subject to the interactive process.
LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 803-8297.
Comments and Other Information
COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement for All Los Angeles County Office of Education Employees
Under Superintendent Policy 4060, COVID-19 Vaccination, the Los Angeles County Office of Education (LACOE) requires that all LACOE employees, including substitute employees, temporary office workers, hourly/part-time employees, contractors, interns, and volunteers are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. An individual is considered “fully vaccinated” when at least two weeks have passed since that individual’s receipt of the second dose in a two-dose series, such as the Pfizer or Moderna vaccines, or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine, such as Johnson and Johnson’s Janssen vaccine. LACOE will consider requests for accommodations (exemptions) made by individuals who cannot receive the vaccine due to medical reasons and/or sincerely held religious beliefs, subject to the interactive process.
LACOE does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of age, actual or perceived race, actual or perceived gender, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, or sexual orientation. LACOE complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act to ensure equal access to all qualified individuals with a disability. If you are disabled and require assistance in accessing this event, please contact the LACOE Title II Coordinator at (562) 803-8297.
Application Deadline
3/1/2022 12:00 AM Pacific
Date Posted
2/8/2022
Contact
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
2020-2021 LACEA Counselor Salary Schedule - $72,127 - $123,700
Length of Work Year
218 days. Duty year is July 1 - June 30
Employment Type
Full Time