Imbalanced Counselor Rations and Their Implications for individual Counseling Services in the Merdeka Curriculum Era
Keywords:
Individual Counseling, Teacher to Student Ratio, Independent Curriculum, Service OptimizationAbstract
Individual counseling services are vital for supporting student development, especially in the era of the Independent Curriculum, which emphasizes student autonomy. At SMA Negeri 1 Rancah, despite the limited number of guidance counselors, teachers are expected to provide effective counseling services. This study examines how guidance counselors optimize individual counseling services amidst an imbalanced teacher-to-student ratio. The objectives are to describe service optimization strategies, identify driving factors, and analyze their implications in the Independent Curriculum context. A qualitative case study approach was employed, using observations, interviews, and document analysis, followed by descriptive analysis. Findings reveal that guidance counselors employ strategies such as collaboration with homeroom teachers, flexible service delivery, personalized and informal approaches, and responsiveness to student needs. Key driving factors include communication and synergy among educators, accessibility, adaptive methods, teacher experience, and institutional support. These practices result in enhanced student self-development, positive behavioral changes, increased service effectiveness, and strengthened student trust and sense of security. The study concludes that individual counseling services can remain effective despite an imbalanced teacher-to-student ratio through personalized approaches and collaboration with various school stakeholders. Further comparative research across schools is recommended to expand understanding and contribute to the field of educational counseling.
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