Counselor

Elementary Counselor Job Description The Elementary Counselor works under the direction of the school principal and Directors of Student Services. Elementary counselors implement a comprehensive elementary counseling program and carry out the core counseling competencies. Elementary counselors provide support for systems of intervention at the elementary level. The counselor contract is 195 days at 8 hours per day. Elementary Counselors attend monthly district and counselor cluster meetings. School Counselor Competencies Collaborative Classroom Instruction – Teaching classroom lessons based on the Utah College and Career Readiness Mindsets and competencies, the District SEW Framework, and District supported solutions for Social Emotional Well‑Being (Mind Up, Pure Edge, RULER). Systemic Approach to Dropout Prevention – Collaborating with families, teachers, administrators, and the community for student success, advocating for all students at student‑focused meetings (SST, IEP, 504, etc.). Analyzing data to identify student needs, issues, and challenges and working under the direction of administrators to improve equity and access, attainment, achievement, and opportunities for all students. Social and Emotional Supports – short‑term individual counseling, small‑group counseling, crisis response, and implementation of suicide prevention programs. Career Exploration and Development – At the elementary level, school counselors provide opportunities for students to establish a foundation in college and career readiness. This includes student development in early awareness, exploration, knowledge, and skills necessary to fully participate in a K‑12 Plan for College and Career Readiness (CCR) process. Duties and Responsibilities Collaborative Classroom Instruction Provide classroom lessons to support social and emotional well‑being based on District frameworks Climate, Culture, and Connection Survey School improvement plan & needs (Coherence Map) District supported solutions for SEW Specific classroom lessons (usually at the request of principal or teacher) Tiered instruction based on school‑wide data Dropout Prevention Participate and provide support with school‑wide teams directed by administration Intervention teams (SIT, SST, PBIS, etc.) Suicide prevention team SEW Team Service provider PLC Social and Emotional Supports Provide professional assistance and counseling support to students or small groups of students during times of transition, heightened stress, critical change or other situations impeding student success (school counselors do not provide therapy or long‑term counseling in schools). Recognize and respond to student mental health needs and assist students and families seeking resources. Implement school‑wide suicide prevention group (Stand4Kind, Hope Squad). Crisis response support. Career Exploration and Development Fosters a college and career readiness culture for students by planning career exploration activities. In the elementary setting, counselors provide opportunities for career exploration through Tier 1 instruction. Preferred Qualifications Master’s Degree in School Counseling and current USBE certification. High levels of confidence in interpersonal skills, collaboration, coaching and mentoring. Ability and experience consulting with administrators, teachers, parents, and other professionals about student concerns, prevention and intervention strategies. Experience facilitating groups, public speaking, and conflict resolution. Experience in working with students directly in addressing a wide range of student behaviors. Knowledge and expertise in implementing a high functioning counseling program in an elementary setting. #J-18808-Ljbffr