1056 - School Counselor (50% Cottonwood K-8 School & 50% Pleasant Valley Elementary School)

1056 - School Counselor (50% Cottonwood K-8 School & 50% Pleasant Valley Elementary School) at Hemet Unified School District Print Application Deadline 5/29/2026 4:00 PM Pacific Date Posted 5/13/2026 Contact Maria Leyva 951-765-5100 2007 Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $69,981 - $156,215 Annually Add'l Salary Info with a health benefit package of $14,150 per year Length of Work Year 196 work year Employment Type Full Time Posting Number 1056 Location 50% Cottonwood K-8 School & 50% Pleasant Valley Elementary School About the Employer Hemet Unified School District is one of the largest geographic areas of any district in California. It covers over 650 square miles of very diverse topography; from valley flatlands to foothills to mountains. It serves a growing community with a current enrollment of nearly 21,000 students. Preschool centers at nine school locations, eleven elementary schools (K-5), three elementary/ middle schools (K-8), four middle schools (6-8), four comprehensive high schools (9-12), one continuation high school (11-12), a science-based charter Middle/High School (6-12), an Adult Education Center, Independent Study Programs, a Home School Program, and a self-paced online instruction program offer a wide variety of learning opportunities for students of all ages. Educational programs are designed to be flexible enough to provide a positive educational environment for all students, yet structured enough to ensure attainment of the California Content Standards and A-G requirements. Students also are encouraged to use whatever creative talents they possess. With the support of the community, school staffs have developed highly successful programs in music, agriculture, and athletics. Job Summary Job Summary

DEFINITION

BRIEF

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

As part of a Counseling position, provides informational services to pupils and parents which assist the students in making appropriate decisions relative to educational objectives, school programs, and relationships with teachers, administrators and other students. Assists in other school programs as assigned. Job Description /

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HEMET UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT SCHOOL COUNSELOR BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

As part of a Counseling position, provides informational services to pupils and parents which assist the students in making appropriate decisions relative to educational objectives, school programs, and relationships with teachers, administrators and other students. Assists in other school programs as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Educational Counseling:

Interprets test results to students in individual or group situations as determined by the counselor; properly places students in classes which fit individual aptitudes, interests and specific goals; checks permanent record (program) of each student against graduation requirements and educational vocational goals; informs students and parents if a student is in danger of failing to meet graduation requirements; assists in the supervision and administration of the high school testing program; confers with students regarding poor or failing grades; coordinates and participates in various orientation programs.

Personal Counseling:

Handles referrals from teachers to counselors; confers with students on a self-referral system; communicates with parents when in the best interest of students; conducts conferences as requested or deemed necessary: parent-teacher, parent-teacher-student, or teacher-student; does work-up and makes referrals of more serious problems to the district psychologists or appropriate community agencies; assists teachers in identifying students with special learning difficulties.

Other Duties and Activities:

Maintains professional competence through participation in inservice education activities provided by the District and/or in self-selected professional growth activities; assists in the area of curriculum development as needed; interprets counseling functions to staff and students; attempts to see all counselees one or more times a year; performs information gathering services concerning: 1) after school plans, 2) immediate post high school educational plans, 3) immediate post high school vocational plans; disseminates general information as required; performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Credential:

General Pupil Personnel Services, Standard Designated Services, Pupil Personnel Services.

Education:

Bachelor's degree, including all courses needed to meet credential requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that this position must perform in carrying out the essential functions of the position. Physical Demands; Sit, stand, reach, look down, turn neck (frequently); walk, bend, stoop, squat, push, pull, climb stairs, reach above shoulders (occasionally); kneel, crawl, lay down, use foot controls (infrequently); lift/carry items to 10 pounds (frequently), to 25 pounds (occasionally) and 26 - 90 pounds (students, in emergencies); grasp/manipulate materials and supplies (frequently); use seeing, hearing and speaking (continuously).

Working Conditions:

Indoor classrooms, outdoor school yard and grounds.

Exposure to:

student and playground noise, communicable diseases, unruly students, air conditioning, seasonal temperatures, dust, wind, pesticides and possible smog. 05/07 Requirements / Qualifications Must possess or be able to obtain a valid California credential authorizing service in PPS.

Required Documents:

(1) Resume (2) 2 Letters of Recommendation (3) Copy of PPS Credential authorizing services in Counseling (4) Letter of Introduction Paper applications or email applications will not be accepted. Please do not fax applications or required materials.

Requirements / Qualifications

Must possess or be able to obtain a valid California credential authorizing service in PPS.

Required Documents:

(1) Resume (2) 2 Letters of Recommendation (3) Copy of PPS Credential authorizing services in Counseling (4) Letter of Introduction Paper applications or email applications will not be accepted. Please do not fax applications or required materials. Comments and Other Information HUSD gives all years of service

Non-Discrimination Policy:

The Hemet Unified School District (District) is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in District programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For all complaints concerning students, employees, and programs please contact: Juan Santos, Director, Title IX, Compliance & Resolution 1791 W. Acacia Avenue Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 765-5100 ext. 2255 For questions concerning Section 504, please contact: Joshua Workman, Director, Student Support Services 1791 W. Acacia Avenue Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 765-5100 ext. 3500 For questions concerning educational equity, please contact: Michael Schanze, Coordinator of Child Welfare & Attendance and Educational Equity 1791 W. Acacia Avenue Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 765-5100 ext. 3700 Comments and Other Information HUSD gives all years of service

Non-Discrimination Policy:

The Hemet Unified School District (District) is committed to providing equal opportunity for all individuals in District programs and activities. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, including discrimination against an individual or group based on race, color, ancestry, nationality, national origin, immigration status, ethnic group identification, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, or genetic information; a perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. For all complaints concerning students, employees, and programs please contact: Juan Santos, Director, Title IX, Compliance & Resolution 1791 W. Acacia Avenue Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 765-5100 ext. 2255 For questions concerning Section 504, please contact: Joshua Workman, Director, Student Support Services 1791 W. Acacia Avenue Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 765-5100 ext. 3500 For questions concerning educational equity, please contact: Michael Schanze, Coordinator of Child Welfare & Attendance and Educational Equity 1791 W. Acacia Avenue Hemet, CA 92545 (951) 765-5100 ext. 3700 Links Related To This Job Hemet Unified School District View Other Job Desc. / Ess. Elem. CalSTRS Links Not all postings qualify for CalSTRS. Informational Only. CalSTRS Info for New Educators

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