What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Counselor- Ridge Park Elementary position at RIDGE PARK EL?
Position
School Counselor - Contracted Position
Location
Ridge Park Elementary (Grades K-3)
Salary
As per the CEA Agreement
Availability
August 24, 2026
Qualifications
PA Certification in Elementary School Counselor or Elementary & Secondary School Counselor PK-12
Key Duties and Responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:
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Maintain a cooperative, enthusiastic, constructive attitude toward education and carry out assignments professionally and efficiently using good communication skills with students, staff, and parents.
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Provide counseling with students, staff, and parents individually and in groups as necessary in the solution of personal problems relating to home and family, health, emotional and educational concerns.
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Maintain sound organization and management of pupil records/data in accordance with district policy guidelines and disseminate accurate student data and records as permitted to approved requester.
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Meet with new students and parents and assist in orienting them to school procedures, available services, and academic placement.
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Provide classroom instruction in developmental guidance as directed by building principal.
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Assist students, parents, and staff in accessing the network of community services, tutoring information and other appropriate support sources, as necessary.
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Work closely with the Special Education staff to ensure compliance with guidelines, completion of documentation and coordination of special education services.
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Serve as member of child study, instructional support, multidisciplinary, and student assistance teams as necessary and assist in coordinating services of same.
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Schedule, coordinate, and administer individual and group testing and assessments as required by state and local programs and interpret results for students, parents, and staff.
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Assist in orientation of incoming classes to each level, as necessary.
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Attend, facilitate, and participate in staff development activities, faculty meetings, department/grade level meeting, and serve on building and/or district committees as requested.
Applications must be submitted on-line; we do not accept emails or paper applications.
Deadline: 6/12/2026