Honokaa Elementary: Grade K-6 School Counselor, 65078 (2026-01057)

Elementary School Counselor We are seeking a compassionate, proactive, and student-centered Elementary School Counselor to join our team. In this role, you will be the heart of our school's social-emotional support system, helping students navigate their early developmental years, build resilience, and foster a lifelong love for learning. The ideal candidate understands that "big feelings" come in small packages and is dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive environment where every child feels seen and heard.

Key Responsibilities Individual & Group Counseling:

Provide short-term individual counseling and small-group sessions focusing on social skills, grief, anger management, and anxiety.

Classroom Guidance:

Deliver engaging, age-appropriate lessons based on the ASCA National Model (e.g., empathy, bullying prevention, and personal safety).

Crisis Intervention:

Support students and families during immediate crises and provide referrals to outside mental health resources when necessary.

Collaboration:

Partner with teachers, parents, and administrators to develop strategies for student success and behavioral interventions.

Student Advocacy:

Serve as a key member of the 504 team to ensure students receive necessary accommodations.

Transition Support:

Assist students with the transition from home to school and the "big leap" from elementary to middle school. The Hawaii State Department of Education is committed to hiring highly qualified teachers in every classroom. With the exception of designated Career and Technology Education (CTE) positions, the minimum qualification to apply for a teacher, librarian or counselor position is a Bachelor's Degree. If you are hired without completing a Teacher's Education Program, you have a maximum of 3 years to obtain a valid Hawaii teaching license. You must enroll in a Program to continue employment with the Department. Within each year of employment, you must satisfactorily demonstrate active pursuit towards meeting Hawaii licensing requirements, as set forth by the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board (HTSB). It is your responsibility to ensure the program you have enrolled is aligned with the teaching line you are hired in. Upon hire you will need to have a valid Hawaii teaching license or Emergency Hire Permit. You may apply for your Hawaii teaching license on the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board Website ( https://hawaiiteacherstandardsboard.org/ ).Please visit www.teachinhawaii.org to review the eligibility requirements for all bonuses, differentials, and initial salary placement. To obtain a Hawaii Teaching License, which is required to receive any salary differentials, please apply with the Hawaii Teacher Standards Board at www.hawaiiteacherstandardsboard.org . For more information about this school, please visit their website at: https://www.honokaael.k12.hi.us