Elementary School Counselor

School Counselor - Elementary Level Salisbury Central School – Salisbury, CT

Salisbury Central School is seeking a certified School Counselor to join our PK–8 school community. We are committed to providing a learning environment that embraces diversity, promotes equity, and fosters inclusion. The successful candidate will support students' academic, social, and emotional development through a comprehensive school counseling program.

The School Counselor fosters student growth through a developmental counseling curriculum, individual and small group support, and collaboration with staff and families. The counselor contributes to a positive school climate and supports students in developing skills for academic success, social-emotional well-being, and future readiness.

School Principal

• Implement the district's developmental school counseling curriculum and maintain data on student performance and program effectiveness.
• Facilitate students' academic, personal/social, and career development.
• Provide instruction in social, emotional, and behavioral learning.
• Support classroom teachers as needed.

• Chair and manage the Section 504 process in accordance with district expectations.
• Assist students in developing and updating Student Success Plans to support academic, social, and career goals.

• Provide individual and small group counseling to address student needs.
• Maintain high availability to students and proactively support their well-being.
• Build positive relationships with students and families, providing outreach and engagement.
• Respond to crises and participate in the school crisis team.
• Assess student needs and analyze data to inform interventions and programming.
• Participate in the school's SRBI implementation to promote student success.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and community resources to support students.
• Contribute expertise to school teams, including Crisis Team, PBIS Team, Data Team, and Student Assistance Team.

• Maintain confidentiality of students and families.
• Support smooth student transitions across grades and schools.
• Advocate for programs and experiences that enhance student achievement and career opportunities.
• Engage in professional development and uphold the ethical standards of the American School Counselors Association.

• Connecticut State Certification as a School Counselor (068) required.
• Master's Degree in School Counseling from an accredited college or university.
• Experience in school counseling preferred; relevant experience considered.
• Work primarily in school and office settings.
• Ability to move throughout the building and respond to student needs in various locations.
• Prolonged periods of sitting, computer use, and clear verbal communication are required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of social-emotional learning, data-informed practices, and collaborative problem-solving preferred.

• Salary will be commensurate with experience and in accordance with the Salisbury Central School Collective Bargaining Agreements (CBA) for certified staff.
• Comprehensive benefits package included.
• Applicants will be screened on an ongoing basis; early applications are encouraged.

Regional School District No. 1 provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.