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Job Description
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELOR DEFINITION
Under general supervision, provides Tier 1 & Tier 2 social /emotional support to students. Collaborates with staff and families to promote student self-understanding and positive school culture.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Implements social / emotional learning curriculum.
Provides group and individual counseling to promote student engagement.
Serves as a source of information for the student with respect to their academic and social progress.
Assists in the collection and maintenance of pertinent pupil data and to provide consultation with teachers and principals regarding student needs in the area of social and emotional functioning
Collaborates with the school psychologist, principal, and other school staff as needed to coordinate student services
Provides consultation, regular feedback, and education to parents in appropriate parenting strategies to parents as needed
Attends parent conferences, Section 504 meetings, and SSTs as appropriate for selected students
Other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATION
Bachelors and / or masters degree in Counseling.
Successful experience providing counseling in the school setting.
Knowledge of grade-level content and assessments.
A valid California Pupil Personnel Services Credential is required.
An application can be obtained from the district website: