What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Counselor position at MSD of North Posey County Schools?
Elementary Counselor
Reports To: Elementary School Principals
Classification: Certified Employee
Position Requirements:
¨ Demonstrate a genuine concern for the social, emotional, and physical well-being of children
¨ Master Degree in School Counseling
¨ Holds a valid Indiana DOE School Counseling License
¨ Experience and Knowledge in Best Practices for School Counseling
¨ Excellent Communication and Team Skills
¨ Strong Organizational Skills
Employment Factors
- 181 Day Contract
- 16 Personal Leave Days
- TRF Position with Certified Benefits
- Salary Range $45,500 - $83,000 Based on Degree, Certification, & Experience
Performance Responsibilities:
¨ Develop and implement a comprehensive school counseling program around the American School Counselors’ Association developing knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary for children to become healthy, competent, and confident learners.
¨ Work with administration to develop a safe and respectful learning environment.
¨ Provide education, prevention, early identification and intervention, to assist their students in achieving academic success, developing an understanding of career opportunities and developing social/emotional skills in response to issues they face.
¨ Provide direct services (school counseling core curriculum, individual student planning, responsive services), and indirect student services (consultation, collaboration, and referrals).
¨ Assists the administration with the local and state testing programs.
¨ Collaborate with the middle and high school counselors in order to provide a comprehensive K-12 counseling program experience for students based upon the American School Counselors’ Association.
¨ Collaborate with outside agencies to provide services to students.
¨ Schedule shall be set to serve the students at both North Elementary School and South Terrace Elementary School.
Salary : $45,500 - $83,000