Elementary School Counselor

Job Details:
Bruce Guadalupe Elementary - Milwaukee, WI 53204;
Position Type:
Full Time;
Education Level: Graduate Degree;
Job Shift: Day.

UCC School staff are responsible for providing an educational atmosphere where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, social, physical and psychological growth. The School Counselor supports students’ academic, social-emotional, and college/career development. This individual collaborates with students, families, and staff to promote student success and well-being while fostering a safe and inclusive school environment.

• Design, implement, and facilitate school-wide and classroom-based SEL initiatives aligned to evidence-based frameworks (e.g., CASEL).
• Provide Tier1 SEL instruction in classroom environments ensuring all students receive consistent, developmentally appropriate instruction.
• Provide short- or long-term individual and group counseling for students experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral challenges, and crisis intervention for trauma, grief, or sudden distress.
• Implement preventative mental health supports and respond to crisis situations with timely, compassionate care.
• Collaborate with staff to integrate SEL into daily instruction and school routines.
• Follow up on crisis interventions with appropriate follow‑up.

• Participate actively in Student Support Teams (SST), including MTSS, IEP, 504, and behavior intervention teams.
• Support development, monitoring, and implementation of individualized support plans.
• Analyze academic, behavioral, attendance, and SE data to identify trends and recommend supports.
• Help guide decisions about tiered interventions, progress monitoring tools, and service adjustments.

• Develop and maintain a structured counseling schedule prioritizing Tier1, Tier2, and Tier3 services.
• Maximize the number of students served across all tiers while balancing responsiveness to needs and school wide priorities.
• Review the schedule with school administration regularly to ensure alignment with school goals.

• Liaise between school and families to promote strong home‑school partnerships.
• Provide support and resources to families navigating academic, behavioral, or mental health concerns.
• Organize and participate in family education workshops and community outreach events.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, support strategies, and available resources.

• Work closely with teachers, administrators, student services personnel, and external providers.
• Consult staff in developing student behavior strategies and classroom support.
• Facilitate communication and coordination among support teams for continuity of care.
• Participate in staff meetings, PLCs, and ongoing professional development.
• Maintain transparent communication with school administration.

• Support a positive and inclusive environment where every student feels safe, valued, and connected.
• Promote student leadership, character education, restorative practices, and wellness initiatives.
• Contribute to behavior support planning and positive behavior interventions.
• Serve as a visible and approachable resource for students throughout the school day.
• Implement consistent school rules and behavior expectations, promoting respectful behavior.

• Act as a mandated reporter for suspected abuse, neglect, or endangerment per state law and district policy.
• Report and communicate all concerns regarding student safety and well‑being to administration promptly.
• Maintain thorough and confidential documentation of reports, observations, and follow‑up.
• Support the school’s crisis response procedures, including safety planning and coordination with emergency services.

• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential student records, including notes, plans, and referrals.
• Collect and analyze data on service delivery, attendance,…