Middle School Counselor

Middle School Counselor

Waterloo Community School District George Washington Carver - Waterloo, Iowa

Job : 5743137

Final date to receive applications: Jun 19, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: May 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Position Type: Full‑Time

Salary: $56,213.30 to $82,551 Per Year

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher >
Middle Grades;
Student Services >
School/Guidance Counselor

Waterloo Schools is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Summary: A professional licensed school counselor implements a comprehensive, developmental counseling program for students in grades K-12 based on ASCA standards. The counselor provides 1:1 short‑term counseling, small groups, and facilitates classroom lessons in the areas of academic, personal, social, and career awareness. The counselor works with teachers and other professionals in the building, as well as outside agencies, to meet the needs of students.

The counselor provides early intervention and remediation as needed and functions as a liaison to outside agencies, connecting students to community resources. The counselor follows professional and ethical guidelines established by state and national counseling organizations.

Certification:

• Master’s Degree in Professional School Counselor with School Counseling Endorsement
• Must hold a K‑12 school counseling license

Experience and Qualifications:

• Dependent on specific open position skills, knowledge & abilities
• Ability to work effectively, cooperatively, and respectfully with staff, families, and community members regardless of race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnicity/national origin, religion, marital status, age, socio‑economic status, or disability
• Knowledge of processes to address cultural diversity and associated issues related to student performance and instructional methodology
• Demonstrated commitment to, and sensitivity about, affirmative action, equal opportunity, and human rights
• Demonstrated experience as a self‑starter
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to accomplish tasks through group processes
• Ability to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality
• Conflict resolution skills

Knowledge of Technology:

• Knowledge of Google Suite applications
• Knowledge of computer‑related storage devices
• Knowledge of educational copyright laws
• Knowledge of computer security expectations

Personal Contacts:

• Students and families
• All district personnel
• Community members
• Success Street
• Partners in Education
• Referral agencies

• Provide 1:1 short‑term counseling, small groups, and classroom lessons in academic, personal, social, and career awareness
• Welcome students new to the school and develop ongoing personal relationships with them
• Assist students in grade‑level transitions, career awareness, and career exploration
• Implement the counseling curriculum, collaborating with staff
• Collaborate with building teams to deliver district‑sequenced lessons or activities in classrooms
• Consult with teachers, staff, and families regarding developmental needs of students
• Participate in consultations with administrators, teachers, families, and others to improve student academic achievement and social/emotional development
• Serve as an active member of building initiatives teams
• Conduct professional development for staff when appropriate
• Participate in conferences with teachers, families, and students as needed
• Assist families with problems impacting their child’s success in school
• Refer students with critical needs in consultation with guardians to appropriate community resources
• Consult, coordinate, and refer students to community services such as psychologists, counselors, and other agencies
• Coordinate, conduct, or participate in activities that contribute to effective school operations
• Advocate for all students
• Ensure accessibility of all programs for all students
• Maintain current knowledge of equity and diversity issues
• Promote equitable educational opportunities for all students
• Assist staff in accommodating students under 504 plans, Check-In/Check-Out, Tier 2/Tier 3 plans, solutions interventions, and safety plans
• Evaluate and revise the school counseling program as needed
• Pursue professional growth through workshops, classes, and conferences
• Attend state and local staff development programs when possible or appropriate
• Perform other duties as assigned

Terms of Employment: As defined by the Code of Iowa and Board policy.

• Master's degree preferred
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required

• Ben Barnett, Principal – George Washington Carver
• Phone:
• Email: barnettb