2026-27 Counselor - Fireside ES

Position: Counselor - Elementary School Location: Fireside Elementary School

FTE: 1.0

Type: Interim Starting Date: Jul 27, 2026 Purpose Statement The elementary school counselor assists students in overcoming problems that impede learning and to assist students in making educational, occupational and life plans. Elementary school counselors balance their counseling programs by addressing students’ academic, career and social/emotional development in addition to balancing the delivery methods, recognizing that students learn in multiple ways. The end result of this work is reflected in an improvement in academics, attendance and discipline outcomes related to academic development, college and career readiness and social/ emotional development. Essential Functions Provide individual counseling and group guidance to help students cope effectively with personal, social, academic, career, and family concerns. Support the implementation of Social Emotional Learning instruction and practices. Consult with parents, teachers, administrators, and supporting agencies concerning the needs and abilities of students. Advocate for students at individual education plan meetings, student study teams, and school attendance hearings, as necessary. Consult with the school principal to identify and resolve student issues, needs and problems. Consult with teachers about building classroom connections, effective classroom management and the role of noncognitive factors in student success. Provide academic support, including organizational, study and test-taking skills, goal setting and decision-making. Assist students with developing an Educational/Career Action Plan for the purpose of supporting them in pursuing their middle school and high school goals, when appropriate. Provide student services to support conflict resolution, bullying prevention and awareness, and crisis intervention. Support the overall district’s educational program through general consultation activities and committee work. Facilitate classroom counseling guidance programs. Convey to parents and staff regarding specific student needs in academic and personal/social areas. Provide students, parents and staff with prevention and intervention programs, behavior management, effective decision making and goal setting. Maintain records of counseling services and consulting contacts. Assist in identification and evaluation of children with special needs. Assist the staff and parents with the interpretation of evaluative data and other student records. Cooperate with outside agencies and other Special Needs services within the district. Adhere to the highest ethical and professional standards as outlined by ASCA. Maintain accurate records for compliance with district, federal and state guidelines. Follow state law and district policy with cases involving child abuse and neglect. Provide on‑going consultation and support to teachers and teams in the implementation of Positive Behavior Intervention Plans for students experiencing difficulties. Participate in the District Crisis Team, if desired. May be required to participate in student meetings which occur beyond the staff’s work assignment schedule. Perform other duties as assigned. Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Skills required to perform multiple technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies: applying assessment instruments; preparing and maintaining accurate records; planning and managing projects; using pertinent software applications. Knowledge required to perform algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information; write technical materials; speak persuasively to implement desired actions; analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies: stages of child development; age appropriate activities/behaviors; assessment instruments and techniques. Ability required to schedule a significant number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and classify data; use basic job‑related equipment. Flexibility to work independently with others; analyze data using complex processes; operate equipment using defined methods; work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; independent problem solving; analyze issues and create action plans; communicate with diverse groups; maintain confidentiality; meet deadlines and schedules; set priorities; work as part of a team; work with frequent interruptions. Experience School Counseling experience is desired. Teaching experience preferred. Demonstrated success in mediation & relationship building. Education Certified School Counselor or Licensed Counselor. Required Testing, Certificates and Licenses Arizona Department of Education Counseling Certificate. Continuing Education / Training & Clearances Criminal Background Clearance Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card Status FLSA Status: Exempt. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (Title VI), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), or Title II of the Genetic Information NonDiscrimination Act of 2008 (GINA) may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. Contact Information Human Resources 15002 N 32nd Street Phoenix, Arizona 85032 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Young World Physical Education