2027-2028 Elementary Guidance Counselor

Job Category Certified Application Schedule Salary N/A Licensed Position Yes Description 2027-2028 Elementary Guidance Counselor QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of a valid "AA" Teacher's Certificate with counseling endorsement Two Years Teaching Experience (Expected) Pass background check REPORTS TO: Principal SUPERVISES: N/A CONTRACT: 220 days annually with salary in accordance to the certified teacher salary schedule as approved by the Board of Trustees JOB GOAL: To provide individual counseling and/or group guidance activities based on the assessed needs of students; consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and other appropriate individuals regarding services and programs available to/for students; develop procedures for program evaluation; serve as a resource person; maintain counseling records; and assist in the identification of students with special needs DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Such duties and responsibilities as may be assigned including but not limited to: Administers the needs assessment Develops a guidance calendar based on the results of the needs assessment Implements guidance program Evaluates program at end of the year Revises program for next year Orders needed materials & equipment Provides individual counseling Provides group guidance and counseling activities based on the assessed needs of students; group guidance and counseling may include the following topical areas: Orientation to the guidance program Peer pressure Bullying Sexual harassment Stress management Drug education Study skills Assists in the transmittal of student records Assists in the interpretation of individual reports to students, parents and teachers Interprets test scores to appropriate individuals Accepts, screens and follows up on referrals from teachers and parents Assists in individual and group testing programs Assists students in making the transition from one level to another and from one school to another Assists in planning and implementing Parent Night or Open House Develops a list of community referrals Updates agency list each year Maintains knowledge of referral procedures and guidelines Maintains a file or referral forms Identifies students' needs and indicate the necessity of assistance from other sources Completes referral forms Follows up on students' progress Provides consultation with agencies as appropriate Conducts an orientation for new students Works closely with screening team in determining placement for students in any area of exceptionality Holds individual parent conferences for any student being considered for placement in any special program Provides consultation with teachers on educational progress of students Consults with parents Compiles student progress reports when requested by parents Arranges and conducts parent-teacher-counselor conferences Provides follow up information on all conferences and referrals to involved staff Organizes and conducts in-service workshops Provides resource materials Maintains involvement with school parent associations Invites community leaders to school functions Performs other duties as assigned