26-27 Counselor - Elementary

About the role

This position serves as a counselor within the School Leadership and Operations division, focusing on academic and social issues, and assisting with career planning.

Responsibilities

• Implement or assist in implementing a developmental counseling and guidance program based on school needs.
• Conduct individual counseling sessions addressing educational and personal needs, as referred by staff, families, or students themselves.
• Facilitate group counseling sessions in areas identified by the school.
• Lead classroom activities to support instructional goals, educational transitions, career awareness, and personal development.
• Prepare and distribute notices to parents regarding students at risk of not being promoted or deficient in credits for graduation.
• Supervise the registration of students as directed.
• Collaborate with Graduation Coaches, Career Pathways Facilitators, and others to implement the Career Pathways initiative.
• Assist with school-based scheduling for work-based learning students, as necessary.
• Participate in the administration of standardized group tests and analyze test data.
• Provide information to students and parents about career pathways and life development.
• Consult and coordinate with staff, parents, and community resources.
• Engage in the Student Support Team and contribute to the planning and operation of the school.
• Supervise student elections.

Requirements

• A Master’s or higher degree in School Counseling.
• An S-5 or above certificate from the Professional Standards Commission.
• Possess and maintain a valid and appropriate license, certificate, or credential as required for this position.
• Follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner.
• Participate in training programs to enhance skills and proficiency related to the assignment.
• Stay updated with current developments, literature, and technical sources relevant to job responsibilities.
• Adhere to safety procedures, crisis emergency plans, and ensure a secure and healthy learning environment.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and other stakeholders to support student learning.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will possess and maintain a valid and appropriate license, certificate, or credential as required for this position. They must also follow work scheduling and attendance requirements in a regular, predictable, and punctual manner. Participation in training programs to increase skills and proficiency related to the assignment is expected. The candidate should stay updated with current developments, literature, and technical source information related to job responsibilities. Adherence to safety procedures, crisis emergency plans, and ensuring a secure and healthy learning environment is crucial. Effective communication with students, parents, and other stakeholders is essential.

Skills

N/A

Benefits

N/A

Pay

Salaried; Exempt

Schedule

188 Days