Elementary School Counselor

Role Overview

• Promotes student success by providing preventive services and responding to identified needs through implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program
• Helps all students plan for postsecondary options
• Applies academic achievement strategies
• Manages emotions and applies interpersonal skills
• Focuses students and families on college and career readiness
• Meets quarterly with all students on caseload to review graduation plan and post-secondary options
• Delivers classroom instruction based on student success standards
• Reviews transcripts and other academic documentation for new and returning students
• Works collaboratively with teaching staff to develop a four (4) year graduation plan
• Audits student schedules for candidacy for graduation as determined by school and state policies
• Analyzes student data and develops data-driven programs for intervention action plans
• Provides short-term counseling to students and referrals for long-term support
• Supports standardized testing program, parent education, and staff development

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Three (3) years of experience in counseling and/or advisement
• School Counselor License
• Ability to clear required background check
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Web-based search engines, and database systems
• Flexible schedule
• Ability to travel as needed

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities
• Remote work options