Elementary School Counselor - 26/27 SY

Elementary School Counselor - 26/27 SY Spotsylvania County School District *TBD* - Fredericksburg, Virginia Open in Google Maps Job Details Job ID: 5473351 Application Deadline: Aug 31, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time) Re-Posted: May 04, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Jul 29, 2026 Job Description Spotsylvania County Public Schools is seeking School Counselors to join our team for the 2026-2027 School Year! As a School Counselor, you will provide individual and group counseling services to address the needs and concerns of a diverse student population in support of their academic goals and social/emotional development. Take our advice - You're not going to want to miss this opportunity to join our incredible team. Essential Functions Advises and counsels students regarding academic, career and social/emotional concerns. Assesses individual, group, and program needs and plans for the appropriate use of time, materials, and resources for responsive measures. Uses a variety of assessment strategies and instruments to make both short-term and long-term goals to prove student learning; monitors goal progress; supports student achievement of established goals. Evaluates student progress; provides students with prompt specific evaluative feedback; maintains appropriate records. Provides mediation services for student conflicts with the assistance of administration. Works in conjunction with teachers and other counselors and administration to prepare students for the transition from middle school to high school. Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information. Consults with parents, teachers and administrators on specific matters (personal and/or educational). Assists in referrals, in collaboration with the building administrator(s), and the psychologist, for specialized services beyond those provided by the school. Works collaboratively with staff, families, and community resources to support the success of a diverse student population. Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with peers, school personnel, and the community to promote and support student learning. Models professional, moral, and ethical standards as well as personal integrity in all interactions. Creates a supportive learning environment for all students that encourages social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation. Participates in curriculum development, faculty committees, and student activity sponsorship, as requested. Reports any pertinent information to the building administrators in case of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse. Maintains licensure at the state and/or national level; assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date. Education and Experience Required A Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university Successful completion of a state-approved Counselor Preparation Program Ability to obtain appropriate license(s) and/or endorsement(s) as required by the Commonwealth of Virginia and School Board Benefits The financial benefits of working for Spotsylvania County Public Schools include a competitive salary, monthly PTO accrual, robust healthcare benefit plans, enrollment or transition into the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) with defined contributions and potential employer match, FMLA and Short-Term Disability leave, Tuition Reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), and employer paid Life Insurance. Employment Terms Employment may be offered as a 11-Month (220 Day) contract, at a minimum of 7.5 hours worked per day. This position is evaluated annually. Additional compensation awarded for credits earned toward additional degrees. Benefits Eligibility Eligible Position Type Contract Salary $64,615 to $115,201 Per Year Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Shannon Wingert, Supervisor of Elementary Counseling

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