Elementary School Counselor SY- Kossuth Elementary School

Elementary School Counselor Position Summary

The Elementary School Counselor supports the academic, social-emotional, and behavioral development of students in grades PreK–4. The counselor works collaboratively with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community agencies to create a positive and supportive learning environment that promotes student success and well-being.

• Provide individual and small-group counseling to support students' social, emotional, behavioral, and academic needs.
• Conduct classroom guidance lessons aligned with school counseling standards and district goals.
• Assist students in developing problem-solving, conflict-resolution, self-regulation, and interpersonal skills.
• Support students during crisis and provide appropriate referrals to outside agencies when needed.
• Monitor student attendance, behavior, and academic progress to identify at-risk students and implement interventions.

• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and support staff to address student concerns and improve student outcomes.
• Participate in intervention teams, IEP meetings, Section 504 meetings, MTSS/RTI processes, and other student support meetings as required.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding student progress, needs, and available resources.
• Coordinate with community organizations and mental health providers to support student services.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with ASCA standards and district expectations.
• Use data to assess program effectiveness and guide counseling services.
• Promote a safe, inclusive, and positive school climate.
• Assist with character education, bullying prevention, attendance initiatives, and social-emotional learning programs.

• Maintain accurate and confidential student records in accordance with district, state, and federal guidelines.
• Participate in professional development activities and maintain required certifications/licensure.
• Support school-wide initiatives and perform other duties as assigned by the principal.

• Master's degree in School Counseling or related field from an accredited institution.
• Valid state certification/licensure as a School Counselor.
• Knowledge of child development, counseling techniques, and school-based interventions.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse student populations and stakeholders.

• Experience working in an elementary school setting.
• Training in trauma-informed practices, behavior intervention, or social-emotional learning.
• Experience with MTSS/RTI frameworks and data-driven interventions.

• Ability to move throughout the school campus and interact with students and staff daily.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person and electronically.