What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary School Counselor position at Island Pacific Academy?
Career Opportunities at IPA
ISLAND PACIFIC ACADEMY faculty are passionate about kids, who see in the classroom individual children whose needs may vary and who work diligently to address each child’s needs and aspirations. IPA faculty are well-educated and professionally growing, active in the on-going development of their own skills and knowledge. Together, they form an active adult learning community in which regularly scheduled time for collaboration ensures coherence in the program.
Faculty are involved beyond the classroom, both in the lives of their students and the school, and in the wider community. Some are active in professional organizations; others in community groups and non-profits. In these ways, they provide their students with role models for active civic engagement beyond the world of work, an essential component to a vibrant city, state and nation.
Elementary School Counselor (POSTED 03/28/25)
ISLAND PACIFIC ACADEMY is currently accepting resumes for an Elementary (K-5) School Counselor position for the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate will have experience or knowledge in developing a comprehensive school counseling program, elementary school counseling experience, be fully supportive of the school’s mission and expected to be an active participant on the elementary team and the greater life of the school.
Suitably qualified candidates are invited to send a letter of application, including a resume with at least three references, addressed to Harriet Ngethe, Director of Human Resources, at hngethe@ipahawaii.org.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Working with students, teachers and families to meet the students’ behavior/social emotional/academic needs.
- Developing, maintaining and following up with Student Support Plans, including necessary meetings and documentation.
- One on one and small groups work with students to support social/emotional development.
- Using student data and other assessment results to support students and faculty members of these students.
- Collaborating with parents, teachers, administration and community resources to support students.
- Designing and delivering a developmentally appropriate school counseling curriculum to include lessons in academic success and personal/social/emotional growth and understanding.
- Being a resource for faculty and parents.
- Collaborating with school administration and faculty to best support all students’ needs.
CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE:
- Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in school counseling from an accredited college or university.
- At least 2 years of school counseling experience.
- A willingness to be an active and participating member of an innovative and caring group of professional educators.
- Knowledge of the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) mindsets and behaviors is a plus.
SALARY REQUIREMENTS:
- $50,500 to $70,000
Join our team at Island Pacific Academy, where we “Value Individuality, Empower Students and Inspire Future Success” with the purpose of cultivating values-driven students who positively impact our world.
Comprehensive benefits package
IPA is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees. Benefits include:
- Comprehensive medical plan coverage
- Dental coverage
- IPA Tuition Remission
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability
- Flex spending accounts for health care and dependent care
- Supplemental insurance
- Generous holiday and leave benefits
Non-Discrimination Policy
ISLAND PACIFIC ACADEMY is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to a workplace environment that encourages growth and respect for all current and prospective employees based upon job-related factors such as their educational background, work experience, and ability to perform the essential functions of a particular job. It is the policy and practice of ISLAND PACIFIC ACADEMY to prohibit any form of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Salary : $50,500 - $70,000