ASCA-Aligned Elementary School Counselor

Elementary School Counselor Waterloo Community School District LOU HENRY - Waterloo, Iowa Open in Google Maps Job Details
Job : 5660674
Final date to receive applications: Jul 31, 2026 4:30 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Apr 21, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

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 for students. 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. The counselor functions as a liaison person to outside agencies to provide more intensive help for students and connecting them to community resources. The counselor follows professional and ethical guidelines as established by state and national counseling organizations.

Certification:

• Master’s Degree in Professional School Counselor with School Counseling Endorsement
• Must hold a school counseling endorsement for the appropriate level (K-12 license)

Experience:

• 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, ethnic/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 record of commitment and sensitivity to affirmative action, equal opportunity and human rights
• Demonstrated experience as a self-starter
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to accomplish tasks through the group process
• Ability to recognize sensitive issues and maintain confidentiality
• Demonstrated conflict resolution skills

Knowledge in 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

Job Duties:

Professional School Counselor Duties:

• The counselor provides 1:1 short-term counseling, small groups, and classroom lessons in the areas of academic, personal, social , and career awareness.

• Implement the appropriate counseling curriculum, with the cooperation and collaboration of staff.

• Consult with teachers, staff, and families regarding developmental needs of students.

• Refer students with critical needs in consultation with their guardian to appropriate community resources.

• Coordinate, conduct, or participate in activities that contribute to the effective operation of the school.
• Act as an advocate for all students.

• Ensure accessibility of all programs for all students.