School Counselor *POOL Elementary​/K-8​/Middle School; Effective

Overview

School Counselors implement the American School Counselor Association National Model (ASCA). As a member of the School Counseling staff, the counselor provides a comprehensive school counseling program for all students at the school site, ensuring equity and access for all students.

• Support the social, emotional, and academic well‑being of students across the school system.
• Collaborate with school and district staff to help students succeed in all aspects of their lives.
• Assist students with social and emotional challenges and serve as liaison with external agencies and organizations.
• Assist students with course planning and application to post‑secondary education.

• Master’s degree in School Guidance and Counseling or a related field.
• Arizona School Counselor Certificate.
• Arizona IVP fingerprint clearance card.

• Proof of immunity to measles and rubella or proof of MMR immunization.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license (required within 30 days of hire).
• MVReport showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB‑R‑1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services.
• Reliable personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance meeting state minimum requirements.

• Arizona Teacher’s Certification.
• Three years experience as a teacher.
• Three years experience as a school counselor.

• Effective: 2026‑2027 school year.
• Location:
  
  Multiple locations – district wide.
• FTE:
  Varies; typical counselor FTE 1.0 (7.5 hours per day).
• Work calendar: 9.5 months, 212 days (plus orientation for new district counselors).
• Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.
• Internal candidates will transfer at a rate commensurate with their bargaining unit language. Salary includes the annual rate for master’s degree.

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.