High School Counselor at La Canada Unified School District
About the Employer
“Our Success is Intentional” La Cañada Unified School District is a learning community committed to personal growth and academic excellence. All facets of the district work to ensure its success is intentional. Part of the fabric of the community, La Cañada schools inspire a national standard for high academic achievement, citizenship, and student well-being. LCUSD emphasizes safety, security, and a wide array of wellness offerings as a priority on each of its school campuses. The district operates three elementary schools and a combined grades 7-12 middle and high school. Current student enrollment is approximately 3,975 students, supported by 517 highly qualified employees. Each school in the district has developed a comprehensive Responsive Teaching Plan, Positive Behavior Intervention and Support Plan, and has adopted Stanford’s Challenge Success initiative to ensure that all students receive appropriate tiers of support in mastering academic standards and in developing their social, emotional, and physical health and resilience. La Cañada Flintridge is home of the Jet Propulsion Laboratory and Descanso Gardens. The professional residents of La Cañada are attracted to the city because of its excellent schools and its strong community spirit. Parent participation and involvement in the schools are extensive as evidenced by a robust La Cañada Educational Foundation, which contributes over $2 million annually to the district, the active volunteerism and program support of the PTA at each school site, and the Spartan Boosters at LCHS grades 7-12. Approximately 95% of graduating seniors enroll in post-secondary schools, with students attending their best fit colleges and universities across the nation. All of our schools have been named National Blue Ribbon schools, with Palm Crest and Paradise Canyon Elementary Schools recognized in 2021. La Cañada High School 7/8 was named a National Forum “School to Watch” school four times, most recently in 2023. All LCUSD schools have been designated as California Distinguished Schools, with its three elementary schools recognized again in 2023.
Requirements / Qualifications
Application Deadline: 3 p.m., Friday, July 28, 2017 Brief Description of Position: The High School Counselor assists students with current and future academic goals and provides counseling as needed. Work Year: Full-time position; 10 months, 196 contracted work days. Assignment will commence immediately upon background/fingerprint clearance. The first day of school for students is Monday, August 14, 2017. The last work day for counselors in the 2017-18 school year is June 7, 2018.
Qualifications: 1. Credential: Valid California Pupil Personnel Services credential authorizing school counseling. 2. Education: Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s preferred. 3. Experience: Preferred: Two years or more successful high-school counseling. Classroom teaching experience at the high school level is desirable. Application Procedure: 1. Applicants may apply via our posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org) OR submit a District certificated application (available to print from the Human Resources page at www.lcusd.net). Both applications should be accompanied by a cover letter, resume, a copy of a valid California PPS credential in counseling, copies of transcripts and at least two (2) current letters of recommendation, sent to: Dr. Jeff Davis, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources La Cañada Unified School District 4490 Cornishon Avenue La Cañada, CA 91011
Requirements / Qualifications
Application Deadline: 3 p.m., Friday, July 28, 2017 Brief Description of Position: The High School Counselor assists students with current and future academic goals and provides counseling as needed. Work Year: Full-time position; 10 months, 196 contracted work days. Assignment will commence immediately upon background/fingerprint clearance. The first day of school for students is Monday, August 14, 2017. The last work day for counselors in the 2017-18 school year is June 7, 2018.
Qualifications: 1. Credential: Valid California Pupil Personnel Services credential authorizing school counseling. 2. Education: Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s preferred. 3. Experience: Preferred: Two years or more successful high-school counseling. Classroom teaching experience at the high school level is desirable. Application Procedure: 1. Applicants may apply via our posting on EdJoin (www.edjoin.org) OR submit a District certificated application (available to print from the Human Resources page at www.lcusd.net). Both applications should be accompanied by a cover letter, resume, a copy of a valid California PPS credential in counseling, copies of transcripts and at least two (2) current letters of recommendation, sent to: Dr. Jeff Davis, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources La Cañada Unified School District 4490 Cornishon Avenue La Cañada, CA 91011
Comments and Other Information
Salary Range: Placement on the certificated salary schedule is dependent on education and years of employment in a public school district. No cap on years for public school experience. Annual salary range is from $52,130 to $105,680, with salary placement dependent on education and experience. Excellent benefits package, open to employees who work 50% or more of a full-time position. The current district benefits contribution is up to $15,024 per employee.
Comments and Other Information
Salary Range: Placement on the certificated salary schedule is dependent on education and years of employment in a public school district. No cap on years for public school experience. Annual salary range is from $52,130 to $105,680, with salary placement dependent on education and experience. Excellent benefits package, open to employees who work 50% or more of a full-time position. The current district benefits contribution is up to $15,024 per employee.
Application Deadline
7/28/2017 3:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
7/19/2017
Contact
Danielle Newcom
818-952-8385
818-952-8385
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Add'l Salary Info
Annual salary range is from $52,130 to $105,680, with salary placement dependent on education and experience.
Length of Work Year
Full-time position; 10 months, 196 contracted work days
Employment Type
Full Time