School Counselor​/504 Coordinator - Elementary

Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

(Other duties may be assigned)

? Design and deliver individual, group, classroom, and school wide prevention services, including crisis response.

? Develop measurable goals aligned with SEL standards and student needs.

? Apply research-based counseling, intervention, and behavior-support practices.

? Create student schedules that minimize disruption to instructional time.

? Participate in MTSS intervention planning, problem-solving, and progress monitoring.

? Organize and maintain safe, welcoming spaces for counseling and SEL instruction.

? Complete all required documentation for 504 plans, MTSS, crisis intervention, and student progress.

? Model effective communication, empathy, conflict resolution, and prosocial behaviors.

? Use proactive, trauma-informed strategies to support student well-being and maintain safety.

? Establish clear expectations and routines for counseling groups and SEL settings.

? Conduct SEL, behavioral, developmental, and social-emotional assessments.

? Use evidence-based strategies to strengthen emotional regulation, coping skills, and peer relationships.

? Design structured SEL and counseling activities aligned to student goals and outcomes.

? Determine the appropriate service format-individual, group, classroom, or consultative-based on student needs.

? Communicate regularly with families to share progress, strategies, and resources.

? Collaborate with teachers, case managers, student services teams, and administrators.

? Provide counseling for emotional, social, behavioral, and school adjustment concerns.

? Connect students and families with community agencies, mental health supports, and external resources.

? Participate in crisis prevention, intervention, threat/risk assessment, and postvention processes.

? Support school wide initiatives in SEL, wellness, and mental health.

? Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely records in compliance with legal and district requirements.

? Demonstrate professionalism, cultural responsiveness, confidentiality, and ethical practice at all times.

? Engage in professional learning aligned with district priorities and emerging student needs.

? Perform additional duties as assigned to support students and the school community.

Essential Duties:

? Provide individual and small-group counseling to support students' social, emotional, behavioral, and academic development.

? Coordinate and oversee the development, implementation, and annual review of Section 504 plans to ensure compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

? Facilitate 504 eligibility meetings and collaborate with teachers, administrators, and families to determine appropriate accommodations and supports.

? Monitor the implementation of 504 plans and provide guidance to staff regarding accommodations and instructional supports.

? Coordinate Tier 1 social-emotional screeners (such as Elyssa's Mission or other district-adopted tools), including scheduling, administration, data review, and communication of results.

? Analyze screening and student data to identify trends and collaborate with school teams to determine appropriate Tier 1 and Tier 2 interventions.

? Participate in and support the MTSS/Problem-Solving Team process by helping to identify student needs and recommending interventions and supports.

? Develop and facilitate small-group interventions for students with social-emotional, behavioral, or organizational needs.

? Support classroom teachers by consulting on student behavior, social-emotional learning strategies, and appropriate classroom interventions.

? Assist in crisis response and intervention, including participation in safety planning and supporting students experiencing emotional or behavioral crises.

? Collaborate with social workers, psychologists, special education staff, and administrators to coordinate services and ensure appropriate supports for students.

? Communicate regularly with families regarding student needs, available supports, and strategies to promote student success.

? Support the implementation of district social-emotional learning (SEL) initiatives, Tier 1, and Tier 2 prevention programming.

? Maintain accurate documentation and records related to counseling services, interventions, and Section 504 plans.

? Provide professional learning or guidance to staff related to student mental health, SEL strategies, and classroom accommodations.

? Support student transitions between grade levels and schools as needed, including sharing relevant information to ensure continuity of services.

? Serve as a member of building leadership, MTSS, or student support teams and participate in district initiatives related to student wellness and support.

? Maintain professional knowledge through participation in professional development, professional organizations, and collaboration with colleagues.

? Duties as assigned.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS:

? Meets all ISBE licensing requirements, including a valid Professional Educator License (PEL) with a School…