School Counselor, Trentwood Elementary, FTE Continuing

School Counselor, Trentwood Elementary

Location: East Valley School District, 361 Trentwood Elementary – Spokane Valley, Washington

Position Type: Full‑time

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

Salary: $59,310 – $119,456 per year, East Valley Certified Salary Schedule.

Contract: Eligible for an additional 5 supplemental days.

Under the direction and supervision of the principal or designee, the school counselor will work collaboratively with school staff, administration, students, parents/guardians, and the broader community to connect 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. The role requires a commitment to implementing Positive Behavior and Intervention Supports (PBIS), Restorative Practices, Social Emotional Learning, and effective Academic Learning Strategies.

• 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.
• Demonstrate understanding and ability to implement a trauma‑informed learning environment where the needs of the whole child are considered.
• Provide individual and group counseling services to students.
• Consult with parents, staff, and students to recommend strategies that support academic, social, and emotional needs.
• 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 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 applicable laws.
• Fulfill other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

• Experience as an elementary school counselor strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with comprehensive counseling programs and the ASCA National Model.
• Understanding of Section 504 and IDEA regulations and their implications.
• Ability to apply current educational developments and instructional methodologies.
• Flexible in learning new concepts and adapting to varied assignments.
• Clear and effective oral and written communication skills.
• Enthusiasm, optimism, and motivation toward teaching and student learning.
• Participation in school, district, and community events.
• Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds or 33% of body weight.

• Valid Washington State ESA School Counselor certificate, no later than the first contracted day of the 2026/2027 school year, with appropriate endorsements.
• School Counselor endorsement is required.
• Successful Washington State Patrol and Federal Bureau of Investigation Fingerprint Clearance.
• Proof of…