Technology Interest Network for School Counselors: Dr. Mason Needs Help!

Dr. Mason has recently been name as the facilitator of the Technology Interest Network for the American School Counselor Association (ASCA). She is looking for one or two students who have ASCA membership and an interest in technology to help her with this task on a weekly basis. Responsibilities will be assigned and supervised by Dr. Mason and include those such as:

1. Encourage discussion on the SCENE and other ASCA social media by posting ideas and resources about the topic
2. Complete a keyword search on the SCENE once a week and respond to questions related to the topic
3. Suggest resources to ASCA staff for the ASCA online resource center appropriate for the topic
4. Write a short blog entry quarterly for the ASCA SCENE related to the topic

Please email Dr. Mason at emason5@depaul.edu if you are interested in assisting her with this network.

Young Women and Violence: Reframing the Conversation about Girl-based Violence

On Tuesday, November 10, SCY and Demoiselle 2 Femme (D2F) are co-hosting Young Women and Violence: Reframing the Conversation about Girl-based Violence. Most discussions about girls and violence emphasize girls as victims, but this meeting will take a look at girls as the perpetrators of violence.

Opening remarks will presented by Sherida Morrison, MA, D2F's CEO/Founder, followed by a panel discussion and small group discussions focused on schools and community, family and home, peers and social media, and the justice system through the lens of girl-centered violence.

Panelists

Gail S. Day, MSW, LSW, Working on Womanhood, Youth Guidance

·         Cheresa Purnell, Demoiselle 2 Femme

·         Angella Roberts-Smith, Becoming a Women initiative, BUILD Chicago

·         K. Shakira Washington, PhD, MPA, National Crittenton Foundation and National Girls Initiative with Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention

Please feel free to share this information with any of your partners or networks that may be interested. Download the training flyer here!

Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2015
Time: 9:00 am – 12:30 pm (registration, refreshments, and networking start at 9:00 am, training begins promptly at 9:30 am)
Location: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago (see map - discounted parking vouchers provided for the parking garages noted)
Address: 225 E. Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611, 11th floor Conference Center (please check in at 2nd floor SCY registration table near Concierge Desk)

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

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Job Posting: Adjunct Faculty, College Readiness Curriculum and Assessment

Job Title	Adjunct Faculty, College Readiness Curriculum and Assessment
Posting Number	F00149
Position Title	Adjunct Faculty, College Readiness Curriculum and Assessment
Department	Dual Credit/College Readiness
Position Type	Part-Time Faculty
Job Summary	Description: The College Readiness Curriculum and Assessment Adjunct will be responsible for developing a college readiness program to be implemented with high school students across Lake County based on the recommendations of the FY15 College Readiness AQIP Committee. Each program component will include lesson plans, presentations, interactive activities, learning materials, and assessments. This position will also be responsible for supporting implementation and program evaluation.
Required Qualification	Master’s degree in a related field or bachelor’s degree with relevant experience. Curriculum design/development experience. Evaluation/assessment experience. Ability to work independently. Demonstrated experience with student centered, engaged learning.
Desired Qualifications	Familiarity with college readiness programming. Experience with high school students.
Posting Date	11/04/2015
Closing Date	12/04/2015
Expected Start Date	01/04/2016
Special Instructions Summary
Pay Rate	Per Adjunct Contract
Full-Time/Part-Time	Part-Time
Location	Grayslake
Total Hours per week	Variable
Work Schedule	Variable
EEO Statement	The College of Lake County is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, it seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including minorities, women and people with disabilities. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V https://jobs.clcillinois.edu/postings/5822

Job Posting: Dual Credit/College Readiness Program Coordinator

Job Title	Dual Credit/College Readiness Program Coordinator*
Posting Number	S00322
Position Title	Dual Credit/College Readiness Program Coordinator*
Department	Dual Credit/College Readiness
Position Type	Staff
Job Summary	The Dual Credit/College Readiness Program Coordinator* is responsible for career and technical education (CTE) dual credit at the College of Lake County (CLC). The Program Coordinator will support CTE models of dual credit and dual enrollment and will be the main point of contact for high schools, faculty, students, and parents. This position will align dual credit and dual enrollment programs with state legislation and accreditation guidelines; handle logistical aspects of dual credit and dual enrollment; maintain correspondence and communication records with schools, departments, and students; and, maintain records necessary for evaluation of the programs. This position will be partially funded by the ICCB Perkins Grant. As such, hiring is dependent on approval of the FY16 Perkins Plan by the ICCB which is anticipated during July.
Required Qualification	1. Bachelor’s degree. 2. Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. 3. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 4. Excellent time management and ability to adapt to changing priorities. 5. Experience in secondary or higher education. 6. Ability to work autonomously. 7. Ability to travel within Lake County. 8. Valid driver’s license. 9. Willingness to work flexible hours that may include some evening hours.
Desired Qualifications	1. Experience working with CTE dual credit or dual enrollment. 2. Experience working with students and faculty. 3. Experience presenting to diverse audiences. 4. Program management experience. 5. Program evaluation experience. 6. Master’s degree.
Posting Date	10/29/2015
Closing Date
Expected Start Date
Special Instructions Summary	Interviews will begin immediately and continue until filled. This is a partially grant funded position; continued employment in this position is based on external funding sources.
Pay Rate	The salary is competitive.
Full-Time/Part-Time	Full-Time
Location	Grayslake
Total Hours per week	40
Work Schedule	M-F 8:00-4:30 with some evenings and weekends
EEO Statement	The College of Lake County is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity. In that spirit, it seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including minorities, women and people with disabilities. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V https://jobs.clcillinois.edu/postings/5811