Guidance Counselor - Elementary

Position: .5 Guidance Counselor - Elementary
Position Type:
Certified - Professional/Guidance Counselor

Date Posted:
6/11/2026

Location:
Thornwilde Elementary School

Date Available:
08/13/2026

Closing Date:
UNTIL FILLED Internal Transfer Deadline: 06/15/26

Note:

Current employees MUST complete and submit the Internal Application Form via the districts electronic application system to be considered for a voluntary transfer.

• Internal Transfer Deadline 06/15/26
• 15 day Posting Deadline 06/25/26
• The posting is for 26/27 School Year
  
  TITLE:
  
  Guidance Counselor - Elementary
  
  QUALIFICATIONS:

Holds a master's or higher degree in guidance counseling

Holds a valid Kentucky certificate as an elementary guidance counselor

Has demonstrated ability to work and communicate effectively with students, parents, staff and community

REPORTS TO:

Principal/Executive Director Student Services

JOB GOAL:
To make guidance and counseling services available to all students, providing for each student's individual needs depending on his/her abilities and interests.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide counseling and guidance activities for students through individual or group settings as needed

Provide orientation services for new students

Assist with pre-screening of kindergarten students

Serve as a consultant with student placement

Assist in maintaining appropriate student files and records

Provide consulting services to parents and faculty members

May be principals' designee to the admissions and release committee

Coordinate the school's state mandated testing program

Evaluate the school's guidance program annually

Provide consulting services with school and community resources on behave of students

Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District and other self-selected professional growth activities

Complete both District required in-service training as well as the state mandated Effective Instructional Leadership Training

Continue successful completion of graduate level courses until standard certification from the Kentucky Department of Education is obtained

Perform other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the supervisor

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Salary
• 10 - months
• Board approved 3-23-92