Elementary School Counselor

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELOR

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Current Washington State ESA Counseling Certificate

Degree with a major in guidance counseling and course work in psychology, testing and measurement, sociology and education

Evidence of successful experience in working as instructor or specialist, with students at appropriate grade level and in subject area

Strong classroom management skills

Genuine desire to work with all students

Content knowledge in the area of constructivist instructional methods preferred EXPECTATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Coordinate with teachers, resource specialists and/or community (e.g. service clubs, courts, child protective services, etc.)

Develop a variety of special activities/programs for students and for parents

Monitor students' academic progress

Participate in a variety of meetings (e.g. workshops, committees, community groups, etc

Perform individual and group counseling and guidance functions and activities (e.g. friendship, changing families, social, emotional, etc.)

Prepare a wide variety of materials (e.g. reports, student activities, correspondence, etc.)

Present information to a variety of staff, students and parents (e.g. bullying classes, referrals to professional development, behavior plans, etc.)

Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of providing needed intervention and counseling.

Serve as a resource to staff, parents and community members for the purpose of providing interventions, information and/or assistance as needed or requested.

Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. POSITION INFORMATION:

Full time position, 183 days per year, start 2024/25 School Year

Additional Counselor Stipend

Salary per Forks Education Association Payscale JOB DESCRIPTION

Quillayute Valley School District

ELEMENTARY COUNSELOR

Purpose Statement

The job of Elementary Counselor was established for the purpose/s of supporting student academic achievement; providing individual and group counseling to students; providing support during a crisis; enhancing the overall efficiency of the site; working with community agencies and working with parents, teachers, support staff and the community.

This job reports to Principal

Essential Functions

Coordinates with teacher, resource specialists and/or community (e.g. service clubs, courts, child protective services, etc.) for the purpose of providing/receiving requested information and/or making recommendations.

Develops a variety of special activities/programs for students and for parents for the purpose of providing information to assist students in the successful transition at all levels of education.

Monitors students' academic progress for the purpose of identifying issues and developing behavior plans for increasing student success.

Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. workshops, committees, community groups, etc.) for the purpose of gathering and sharing information related to job assignment.

Performs individual and group counseling and guidance functions and activities (e.g. friendship, changing families, social, emotional, etc.) for the purpose of enhancing student success in school.

Prepares a wide variety of materials (e.g. reports, student activities, correspondence, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.

Presents information to a variety of staff, students and parents (e.g. bullying classes, referrals to professional development, behavior plans, etc.) for the purpose of communicating information, gaining feedback and enhancing the students' learning experiences.

Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of providing needed intervention and counseling.

Serves as a resource to staff, parents and community members for the purpose of providing interventions, information and/or assistance as needed or requested. Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying assessment instruments; preparing and maintaining accurate records; planning and managing projects; and using pertinent software applications.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: stages of child development; codes/laws/rules/regulations/policies; community resources; and treatment modalities and assessment.

ABILITY is required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; often gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use basic, job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; analyze data utilizing a variety of complex processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize specific, job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is limited. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with frequent interruptions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.

Working Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 40% sitting, 30% walking, and 30% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment.

Experience Job related experience is required.

Education Masters degree in job related area.

Equivalency None Specified

Required Testing Certificates & Licenses

None Specified WA State ESA School Counseling Certificate

Continuing Educ. / Training Clearances

None Specified Fingerprint/Background Clearance