School Counselor ~ Elementary

Certification

Counseling K-12

Minimum of 51,360 and will be updated once the  rates are finalized.

Building Administrator

The School Counselor Elementary provides a comprehensive school counseling program for students in K through grade 5. The counselor supports students' academic achievement, social/emotional development, and career awareness while collaborating with staff, families, and the community to promote overall student success.

• Assist with registration and enrollment processes to ensure appropriate student placement and successful middle school transition.
• Collaborate with school personnel to develop and implement individual and group plans addressing social/emotional, academic, and career development needs.
• Collect and analyze program data to evaluate effectiveness and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Coordinate with teachers, specialists, and community agencies to share information and provide recommendations to support student growth.
• Provide individual and small group counseling services to students and consult with parents/guardians to enhance student success.
• Develop and communicate the purpose and components of the school counseling program to students, staff, parents, and the community.
• Implement the comprehensive elementary school counseling curriculum aligned with district and state standards.
• Monitor student progress and identify concerns to proactively increase student achievement.
• Plan and facilitate social/emotional, academic, and career development activities.
• Prepare reports, documentation, correspondence, and program materials to support services and compliance.
• Respond to student crisis situations, assess risk, and collaborate to ensure student and staff safety in accordance with district policies and regulations.
• Supervise assigned programs and initiatives to ensure effective implementation and alignment with curriculum objectives.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the school.

• Valid Missouri School Counselor certification (Elementary)
• Master's degree in School Counseling or related field
• Successful completion of background screening

• Apply assessment instruments and interpret results
• Prepare and maintain accurate and confidential records
• Plan and manage programs and initiatives
• Deliver classroom guidance lessons and small group interventions
• Utilize relevant technology and software applications

• Child development and age-appropriate practices
• Trauma-Informed Practices and brain-based learning
• Applicable laws, policies, and regulations
• Community resources and referral processes
• Health and safety standards
• Counseling techniques and treatment modalities

• Communicate effectively with diverse individuals and groups
• Maintain strict confidentiality
• Manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and interruptions
• Analyze data to develop action plans
• Work collaboratively as part of a team
• Exercise sound judgment in high-pressure or crisis situations

This position operates under limited supervision while following district policies and standardized practices. The School Counselor may lead and coordinate programs, collaborate across departments, and contribute to building-level initiatives. There is continual opportunity to positively impact student services and school climate.

• Medical and dental plan options
• Vision coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• District-paid basic life insurance ($75,000)
• District-paid Short-Term Disability
• Paid holidays

Family medical coverage, long-term disability, and additional life insurance options are available at the employee's expense.

In addition to the application, please attach the following required documents:

• Letter of Interest addressed to Lisa Simpkins, Chief Human Resources Officer
• Current resume
• Current letters of reference (external applicants only), including one from a current supervisor