School Counselor- Natural Bridge Elementary

School Counselor – Natural Bridge Elementary

Rockbridge County School District – Natural Bridge Elementary School – Natural Bridge Station, Virginia. Open in Google Maps

• Job : 5184204
• Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled
• Re-Posted: Feb 16, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Immediately

Job Title: Elementary School Counselor

Salary Scale: Scale 1.0 Teachers (Extended)

Provides a comprehensive guidance and counseling program for students at the secondary level. Provides services to promote the social and emotional development as well as the academic and career development of each student. Consults with teachers, parents and staff to enhance their effectiveness in helping students’ educational, social, personal, and career development; provides appropriate support to the total school program.

Master’s Degree (M.S./M.A./M.Ed) or higher from an accredited college or university; must possess or be eligible to acquire appropriate license(s) and/or endorsement(s) for the position as required by the Virginia Department of Education.

This person must possess thorough knowledge of the educational process, elementary and special education principles, practices and procedures; thorough knowledge of the principles and methodology of effective teaching and counseling of elementary students; thorough knowledge of school division rules, regulations and procedures; ability to establish and maintain standards of behavior; ability to deliver articulate oral presentations and written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, students and parents.

Candidate must possess good moral character and is expected to be a role model, in and out of the school.

• Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information, while maintaining the safety and welfare for all students and staff members;
• Follows federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies regarding children’s educational welfare;
• Reports any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse;
• Meets and instructs the students(s) in assigned locations and at the designated times;
• Provides individual, school-related counseling to students who refer themselves or are referred by parents, teachers, or administrators;
• Provides small group counseling as needed for all grade levels on developmental or problem-centered issues;
• Designs coherent instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, current instructional practices, students, the community, and Character Education curriculum goals;
• Prepares for classes assigned and shows evidence of lesson preparation upon request of the building administrator(s);
• Understands that students differ in their learning styles and differentiates instruction to meet diverse student needs;
• Provides new student orientation and assists with adjustment problems/concerns as requested by building administrator;
• Consults regularly with administrators, teachers, and parents regarding the needs of students;
• Attends Child Study meetings and offers suggestions for intervention plans, as requested by building administrator;
• Serves as a referral source to parents and students who need specialized services beyond those provided by the school;
• Assists with providing mediation services for student conflicts;
• Provides information and training for parents concerning parenting skills and to educate parents about available resources for handling family crises, as requested by building administrator;
• Consults with the teachers of students with whom the counselor is working regarding that student’s needs and/or concerns;
• Works in conjunction with teachers and the receiving counselors to prepare students for the transition to middle school;
• Promotes effective public relations through communication with parents and community members about the counseling program and by offering opportunities for input and review of materials;
• Assists students by appraising their interests, aptitudes, abilities, educational achievements, and personality development;
• Submits…