School Counselor - WES

Student Support Services / Guidance Counselor

The Elementary School Guidance Counselor provides a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes the academic and social-emotional development of all students. The counselor collaborates with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community agencies to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment while helping students develop the knowledge, skills, and behaviors necessary for lifelong success.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with state standards and the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model.
• Deliver classroom guidance lessons focused on social-emotional learning, academic success, conflict resolution, decision‑making, character development, and personal safety.
• Provide individual and small‑group counseling to address students' academic, behavioral, social, and emotional needs.
• Utilize data to identify student needs, monitor progress, and evaluate counseling program effectiveness.
• Assist students in developing positive interpersonal relationships, self‑awareness, self‑management, and responsible decision‑making skills.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to identify and support students experiencing academic, behavioral, attendance, or emotional concerns.
• Participate in developing intervention plans and monitor student progress through Multi‑Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Response to Intervention (RTI) processes.
• Support students during transitions into elementary school and between grade levels.
• Collaborate with teachers to support student achievement and social-emotional growth.
• Consult with parents and guardians regarding student development and available support services.
• Participate in Student Support Team meetings, Individual Education Program (IEP) meetings, Section 504 meetings, and other collaborative planning meetings as appropriate.
• Maintain effective communication with families regarding student needs while protecting confidentiality.

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

• Certification/License:
• KY State Certification as a School Counselor, All Grades