School Counselor

JOB DESCRIPTION: ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELOR

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

CONTRACT: 185 Days

QUALIFICATIONS: Master's Degree in School Counseling or related field

Valid Indiana Teacher License

Effective oral, written, electronic communication skills

Demonstrate successful counseling skills

Approachable, Personable

Team player

Self-motivated

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

The Elementary School Counselor provides a comprehensive counseling program for students

at the elementary level, including the personal/social, academic and career development of

each student. The counselor works with teachers, parents, and staff to enhance their

effectiveness in helping students' personal/social, academic, and career development while

providing appropriate support to the total school program. The Counselor will work to ensure a

safe learning environment for students and staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Meets all professional obligations and responsibilities.

Counsel students individually and/or in small group or class settings.

Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information,

while maintaining the safety and welfare for all students and staff.

Follows all local, state and federal 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.

Models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all

interactions.

Understands that students differ in their learning styles and motivates students to

achieve maximum potential.

Consults regularly with administrators, teachers, and parents regarding the needs of

students and serves as referral source for special services.

Collaborates with counselor colleagues on a regular basis.

Ensures the adequate supervision of students throughout the school day.

Establishes and maintains a positive rapport with students and creates a supportive

learning environment for all students that encourages social interaction, active

engagement in learning and self-motivation.

Performs other duties directed by the principal as deemed necessary for the

improvement of student success.

Pay will be determined upon hiring, per the Collective Bargaining Agreement.