Elementary School Counselor

TITLE: School Counselor (Elementary Campus: Grades 4K – 5)

General Summary

Under regular supervision, performs school counseling work diversified in nature, with the goal of increasing the academic, social, emotional and environmental strengths of each student; assists in building community capacity to participate in academic and personal change that impacts students’ growth and academic status; and performs related professional and administrative duties as required. This is a 195-day position. Reports to the Elementary Principal.

Essential Functions

• Identifies students for participation in the school-approved safe school program in cooperation with teachers, administration, guidance counselors, social workers
• Establishes and maintains confidential student case files
• Attends faculty and staff meetings for program planning and coordination
• Attends meetings with staff and service providers to discuss individual student education plans and progress
• Prepares and implements school-approved safe school curriculum lessons
• Provides individual and group counseling for students; consults with parents; prepares and maintains progress notes
• Observes students in the classroom and during recess / lunch time as requested; makes recommendations as appropriate to help teachers assist students in improving academic and behavioral performance
• Conducts telephone conferences with parents to discuss student progress and problems; assists in presenting parent workshops as required
• Provides professional support and assistance to teachers
• Works with other staff in the preparation of student / program progress reports
• Informs parents of updates in the school program
• Prepares and/or processes progress reports, case notes, calendars, monthly reports, memos, correspondence, etc.
• Prepares and schedules IGP meetings for students.
• Attends training, conferences, workshops, etc., as appropriate to enhance job knowledge and skills
• Schedules and attends 504 meetings and prepares 504 reports.
  
  
  

General Job Functions

• Assist the administrative team in providing an atmosphere conducive to learning and teaching
• Is punctual and maintains regular attendance
• Has the ability to plan, organize and prioritize daily assignments and work activities
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment
• Assists in upholding and enforcing school rules, administrative regulations, and board policies
• Recognizes and follows the appropriate procedures in the "chain of command" as designated by board policies and/or administrative procedures
• Operates a variety of equipment such as a computer, printer, typewriter, two-way radio, telephone, calculator, etc
• Presents a positive image of East Point Academy at all times
• Willingly performs other related duties as assigned
  
  
  

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Education And Experience

Requires a Master’s degree in school counseling or related field of study, supplemented by two to three years of experience in school counseling, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Possession of Licensed Professional Counselor designation is desirable. Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the methods, policies, procedures and activities of East Point Academy which pertain to the specific duties and responsibilities of the position
• Knowledge of the standards, regulations, and laws relating to educational activities
• Knowledge of the records, forms and reports which must be prepared and maintained
• Knowledge in the methods for developing lesson plans and materials, and classroom activities which stimulate learning
  
  
  

Skills/Effort

• Ability to provide instruction to students through explanation, demonstration and/or supervised practice
• Ability to operate general office equipment in the performance of daily activities
• Ability to prepare lesson plans, tests, and instructional materials for classroom activities
• Ability to identify student adjustment and/or academic problems, provide counseling and/or recommend appropriate remedial action to parents
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and their parents, school staff, and all other groups involved in the activities of the job
  
  
  

Working Conditions

• Conducts duties in a school environment with some exposure to environmental conditions
• Requires ability to work under a degree of stress related to duties that require constant attention and working with students
• Physical demands include walking or standing and lifting/moving of items related to the job on a recurring basis
• Occasional local travel is required between campuses; overnight travel is not required
• Job requires the operation of standard office equipment
  
  
  

Responsibility

• Responsible for completing assigned work within the deadlines in accordance with directives, policy, standards and prescribed procedures
• Responsible for attending and remaining at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding attendance, absenteeism and tardiness, providing adequate notice to administration with respect to vacation time and leave requests
  
  
  

Evaluation

Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the school’s policy on evaluation of certified personnel

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT

This job description is not intended as an employment agreement or contract. Job duties may be altered at the discretion of the Head of School at any time without notice.