What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary School Counselor position at West Bonner County School District?
- Holds a Pupil Personnel Services Certificate with a Counselor Endorsement (K-12)
- Minimum experience as determined by the Board
- Knowledge of computerized master schedule development
- Broad knowledge of theories of individual and group guidance techniques, and elementary school guidance program design
- Knowledge of state and federal testing procedures and requirements
- Strong background in the use of technology
- Relates extremely well to students
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with students, parents, staff, and community groups and organizations
- Able to work under pressure and deadlines
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and leadership skills
- Maintain confidentiality of staff and students
- Assist when requested with follow-up on students that are below grade level/failing with weekly progress reports
- Maintain a close relationship with the child study team following directives and recommendations as needed
- Assist in the resolution of school-related problems
- Provide responsive services including consultation, personal counseling, crisis counseling, and referral
- Provide for a smooth transition between elementary and middle/junior high, which may include orientation programs for students and parents
- Provide a guidance curriculum consisting of structured developmental experiences presented systematically through classroom and group activities for all students
- Assist with teacher/student/parent conferences
- Assist students in evaluating their aptitudes and abilities through the use of teacher comments, interpretation of individual standardized test scores, and other pertinent data
- Provide counseling for students that will assist them to develop increased personal growth, self-understanding, and maturity
- Maintain a professional office environment
- Provide interim assistance to students or parents with urgent needs
- Maintain student records and ensure their confidentiality
- Consult with teachers and other staff regularly to provide information and support to staff and to receive feedback on emerging needs of students
- Deal with confusion and emergencies in a friendly, supportive, and calm manner
- Assist agitated or confused students in re-composing themselves during situations where the student has a problem or personal setback
- Screen and coordinate new student records
- Participate in follow-up studies of former students for the purpose of improving services and evaluating the effectiveness of the educational program being offered by the school
- Share research and findings with colleagues and students in order to improve counseling services
- Research, develop, and write proposals to enhance the guidance curriculum
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the comprehensive counseling program
- Serve as a resource person to local community organizations
- Network and consult with local businesses, industries, and social service agencies on a regular basis
- Provide information to the community regarding guidance services or other relevant programs
- Work closely with the school in interpreting the school's philosophy and objectives to students and parents
- Participate in building meetings such as special education meetings and class meetings
- Assist in arranging education services for hospitalized or homebound student in conjunction with the special services staff
- Assist with teacher/student and teacher/parent conflicts
- Keep immediate supervisor informed of activities and any issues that may arise
- Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development by such efforts as attendance at professional meetings, membership in professional organizations, enrollment in advanced courses, and by reading professional journals and other publications
- Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the Professional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education
- Seek assistance should emergencies arise
- Represent the school district in a positive manner
- Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
- Perform other duties as assigned
JobID: 2058
Position Type:
Student Support Services
Student Support Services
Date Posted:
5/18/2026
5/18/2026
Location:
District Wide
District Wide
Closing Date:
05/28/2026
05/28/2026
2026-2027 School Year
Job Opened On: 5-18-26 Job Closes On: 5-28-26
Location: Idaho Hill Elementary, Priest River Elementary and Priest Lake Elementary
Pay: WBCSD Certified Negotiated Salary Schedule
Calendar: 165 Day Calendar beginning 8-25-26 to 6-11-27 (includes 5 paid holidays)
Benefits: Health Insurance w/Vision, Dental, Group Life Insurance, Persi, Sick Days & Personal Days
TITLE: ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELOR
QUALIFICATIONS
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO
Building Principal and Assistant Principal
JOB SUMMARY
To help students overcome problems that impede learning and to assist them in making educational and life plans. The counselor will guide, listen, and lend support to students who will need services beyond the scope of the regular classroom.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct Assistance to Students
Office Management
Program Evaluation
Other
EVALUATION
Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the Director of Special Services and/or the Principal in conformance with district policy and IDAPA 08.02.02.120.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
By contract as determined by the Board of Trustees in accordance with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.
NOTE
All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting. Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.
Legal Reference: I.C. § 33-512 Governance of Schools
I.C. § 33-513 Professional Personnel
I.C. § 33-515 Issuance of Renewable Contracts
I.C. § 33-1210 Information on Past Job Performance
I.C. § 33-1212 Elementary School Counselors
I.C. § 54-3201 et seq. Social Work Licensing Act
IDAPA 08.02.02.027.01 Counselor Endorsement (K-12)
IDAPA 08.02.02.120 Local District Evaluation PolicyTeacher and Pupil Personnel Certificate Holders