School Counselor, Trentwood Elementary, FTE Continuing

Position: School Counselor, Trentwood Elementary, 1.0 FTE Continuing
Job Title:

School Counselor, Trentwood Elementary, 1.0 FTE Continuing

Reports to:

Building Principal

Work Schedule:

7.5 hours per day, 184 days per year, starting at the beginning of the 2026/2027 school year.

Salary:
East Valley Certificated Salary Schedule, $59,310 - $119,456 depending on placement per degree, credits, and experience.

Contract:

This position is eligible for an additional 5 supplemental days.

Benefits:  to view Employee Benefit Information

Job Summary:

Under the direction and supervision of the principal or designee, the counselor will work collaboratively with school staff, administration, students, parents/guardians, and the broader East Valley community to form connections with all students. By fostering a sense of belonging, the counselor will empower students to thrive academically and socially within a caring and supportive environment. Counselors must be committed to implementing Positive Behavior and Intervention Supports (PBIS), Restorative Practices, Social Emotional Learning, and effective Academic Learning Strategies.

Essential Job Functions:

This list of essential job functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary. Depending upon individual assignment, the employee may perform all or a combination of several of the following duties:

* Facilitate and lead MTSS building-wide through data collection, intervention systems, and evidence-based strategies.

* Facilitate and implement RTI initiatives within the MTSS system of support.

* Lead and implement Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports (PBIS) and Restorative Practices.

* Develop and deliver professional development on PBIS, Restorative Practices, and RTI to staff.

* Support the implementation of the Reset Room and Room Service in collaboration with administration.

* Support the BECCA and Community Truancy Board program as part of the MTSS team.

* Participate in the Guiding Coalition as an active member of the team.

* Demonstrates understanding and ability to implement a trauma-informed learning environment where the needs of the whole child are accounted for.

* Provide individual and group counseling services to students.

* Consult with parents, staff, and students to recommend strategies and programs that support students' academic, social, and emotional needs and progress.

* Collaborate with district counselors and staff to support student transitions.

* Communicate with staff and administration regarding high-risk students and referrals to external services or alternative programs.

* Develop and deliver presentations in classrooms and parent events.

* Promote PACE Character Education.

* Facilitate family conferences and related activities.

* Maintain appropriate and accurate student records.

* Participate in a Professional Learning Community (PLC) to use data to support student growth.

* Know current state and district graduation requirements and be able to advise students toward meeting them.

* Adhere to ASCA ethical and confidentiality standards.

* Pursue professional growth through coursework, workshops, and reading.

* Exhibit flexibility, high-stress tolerance, reliability, punctuality, and confidentiality.

* Take necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.

* Maintain a consistent presence at the assigned work site(s) and work the regular work hours specified by the contract.

* Professionally interact with a diverse range of colleagues, members of the public, and students.

* Comply with and uphold all district policies and all applicable laws.

* Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Desired

Skills:

* Experience as an elementary school counselor strongly preferred.

* Familiarity with current counseling practices,including Comprehensive School Counseling Programs and the ASCA National Model.

* Understanding of Section 504 and IDEA regulations and their implications for school counselors.

* Understand and apply current educational developments and instructional methodologies.

* Flexible in learning new concepts and adapting to a variety of assignments and conditions.

* Communicate clearly and effectively in both oral and written forms.

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