Temporary School Counselor- Echo Shaw Elementary/Tom McCall Upper Elementary

Temporary School Counselor- Echo Shaw Elementary/Tom McCall Upper Elementary FOREST GROVE SD 15 Tom McCall Upper Elementary School - Forest Grove, Oregon Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in Forest Grove School District Job Details Job ID: 5911571 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Sep 01, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Oct 19, 2026 Position Type: Temporary Salary: $57,386 to $112,818 Per Year Job Description This posting will remain open until filled Location:0.5 Tom McCall Upper Elementary/ 0.5 Echo Shaw Elementary This position is temporary from October 19, 2026 - January 29, 2027

FTE: 1.0

Salary will be prorated based on number of days worked in contract year Start Date: August25, 2025 Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred Job Title: Temporary School Counselor POSITION SUMMARY The School Counselor provides and promotes a comprehensive, developmental program of guidance and counseling, as outlined by the Oregon Framework, to assist all students in the areas of academic achievement, career decision-making, personal/social growth and community involvement. The School Counselor reports to the School Principal or designee and does not supervise any employees. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES The school counselor advocates and supports the academic and personal development of all students through the following components: 1). Guidance Curriculum Suggested Time Allocation: Elementary: 35%-45%; Middle School: 25%-35%; High School: 15%-25% Classroom Guidance (Systematic) Small Group Activities/Instruction Parent Education and Support Community Events School Presentations and programs 2). Individual Student Planning Suggested Time Allocation: Elementary: 5%-10%; Middle School: 15%-25%; High School: 25%-35% Goal-oriented counseling/planning Transition Planning College and Career Planning Parent/Teacher Conferences 3). Responsive Services Suggested Time Allocation: Elementary: 30%-40%; Middle School: 30%-40%; High School: 25%-35% Consultation Individual Counseling Crisis Counseling Social Service Integration/Referral 4). System Support and Integration Suggested Time Allocation: Elementary: 10%-15%; Middle School: 10%-15%; High School: 10%-15% School Climate and Enrichment Activities Staff Development and Staff and Community Relations/Outreach Advisory Councils Community Outreach Program Management, Research, and Development using research Professional Association and Development 5). Student Advocacy Suggested Time Allocation: Student advocacy is an integral part of the content framework and cannot be separated out as a delivery method. Therefore, it does not have a recommended counselor time distribution Communicate/consult with students, staff and parents about student’s school related needs OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES Maintain consistent and predictable attendance to meet the requirements of the position. Participate in various meetings for the purpose of receiving information or sharing information and expertise with students, colleagues and parents/guardians. Confer regularly with immediate supervisor Follow all District policies, work procedures and reasonable requests by proper authority Perform other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience Required Masters in School Counseling Thorough knowledge of the Oregon Framework for Guidance and Counseling and the ASCA National Model. Skills Maintain integrity of confidential information relating to students, staff, or district patrons Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to speak effectively to large and small groups Excellent human relations skills with the ability to establish good relationships with diverse individuals and groups Proficient in the use of a computer and other Internet based applications, including, but not limited to, email and systems applications Knowledge Knowledge of age appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum framework, education code Abilities Ability to develop, organize and manage a school–wide counseling and guidance program Demonstrates command of oral and written English language Ability to work collaboratively and establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers Ability to effectively work and communicate with students, parents, and school personnel from diverse cultures or backgrounds in English, Spanish, or other languages related to the job Ability to work harmoniously with others Licenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required Holds an appropriate license from Teacher Standards and Practices Commission in the State of Oregon and the required endorsement. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS In an eight-hour day employee may: Stand/Walk [ ] None [ ] 1-4 hrs [ ] 4-6 hrs [X] 6-8 hrs Sit [ ] None [ ] 1-3 hrs [ ] 3-5 hrs [X] 5-8 hrs Drive [ ] None [X] 1-3 hrs [ ] 3-5 hrs [ ] 5-8 hrs Employee may use hands for repetitive: [X] Single Grasping [X] Pushing and Pulling [X] Fine Manipulation Employee may use feet for repetitive movement as in operating foot controls : [ ] Yes [ X ] No Employee may need to: Bend [X] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [ ] Not at all Squat [X] Frequently [ ] Occasionally [ ] Not at all Climb Stairs [ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Not at all Lift [ ] Frequently [X] Occasionally [ ] Not at all Lifting:

• ] Sedentary Work: Lifting 10 pounds occasionally with frequent sitting and occasional standing/walking.
• ] Light Work: Lifting 20 pounds occasionally with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.
• X] Medium Work: Lifting 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.
• ] Medium Heavy Work: Lifting 75 pounds occasionally, 35 pounds frequently with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.
• ] Heavy Work: Lifting 100 pounds occasionally, 50 pounds frequently with occasional sitting and frequent standing/walking.

The Forest Grove School District is an equal opportunity employer and provides services to the public on an equal opportunity basis and does not discriminate in employment or the provision of public services on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, citizenship or marital status. Persons having questions about equal opportunity and nondiscrimination should contact the Director of Human Resources at the Forest Grove School District, View phone number on click.appcast.io. Contact Information Cassandra Kenney , District Coordinator Behavioral Health and Wellness Administration Office Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Tom McCall Upper Elementary School