Elementary Counselor

Michigan School Public Relations Association

Ingham

On-site

AUD 74,000 - 133,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Retirement benefits

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Job summary

Mason Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Counselor to support students in grades 1–5 with academic, social, and emotional growth. You will provide individual and group counseling, work with a multidisciplinary team, and help foster a safe, inclusive climate where every child feels valued and ready to learn.

The role reports to the building principal and is based in-person at Mason’s elementary schools, with duties including maintaining confidential records and collaboration with staff and

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Guidance and Counseling from an accredited institution.
Valid Michigan secondary teaching certificate with a counseling endorsement (NT).
School Counselor License is required.
Preliminary Authorization to work as a School Counselor.
Temporary School Counselor Authorization.

Responsibilities

Provide counseling services to students or groups to support academic, social, and emotional growth.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary student support team and school staff.
Maintain confidential student records and documentation.
Identify student needs and refer to appropriate services or community partners.
Support inclusive, positive school climate and crisis management.
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.

Skills

Counseling skills

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Crisis management

Recordkeeping

Student advocacy

Education

Master's in Guidance & Counseling

Michigan secondary teaching certificate with counseling endorsement (NT)

School Counselor License

Preliminary Authorization to work as School Counselor

Temporary School Counselor Authorization

Tools

Job description

Position Details

Position Title:

Elementary Counselor

Buildings:

Mason Public Schools / Elementary Schools / In-Person

Reports to:

Building Principal

About Mason Public Schools:

Located in the heart of Michigan, minutes from the State Capitol and Michigan State University, Mason Public Schools serves more than 3,200 students across six school buildings. A team of 500 talented educators and support staff serve our schools, exhibiting a high level of commitment to our students. Mason Public Schools is proudly supported by our community through the Mason Public Schools Foundation and the approval of a bond to improve classrooms, safety, transportation, technology, facility infrastructure, and furniture and equipment.

Your journey starts here:

Every Student. Every Day.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI):

Through authentic learning opportunities, Mason Public School is committed to an inclusive environment. Our students, staff, and community respectfully acknowledge and value the diverse cultures, lifestyles, experiences, perspectives, and identities of each other.

Job Summary:

The Elementary School Counselor will support students’ academic, social, and emotional growth at Mason’s grades 1-5 Elementary Schools. In this role, you will provide individual and group counseling, collaborate closely with a multidisciplinary student support team, and help foster an inclusive, positive school climate where every child feels safe, valued, and ready to learn.

Education and Experience (Required):

Possess a Master’s degree in Guidance and Counseling from an accredited institution
Possess a valid Michigan secondary teaching certificate with an endorsement in counseling (NT)
Possess a School Counselor License
Possess a Preliminary Authorization to work as a School Counselor
Possess a Temporary School Counselor Authorization

Education and Experience (Desired, not required):

School counseling experience at the elementary level with involvement in organizing and conducting group guidance activities
Active involvement in guidance and counseling professional organizations
Established record of positive attitude and rapport with students
Excellent interpersonal skills
Collaborative/Growth orientated
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues, families, and students.
Willingness to learn new skills, to be reflective, and to acquire new knowledge along with evidence of being flexible and having superior problem-solving skills.
Evidence of being highly organized and having excellent time-management skills.
Proven leadership qualities such as being a member of a school improvement team, a member of a curriculum council, a chair of a student organization, or the chair of a grade level or department.
Certification in additional subject areas.

Essential Duties, Skills, and Responsibilities:

Provide counseling services to assigned students or groups to help students cope effectively with personal, social, academic, and family concerns.
Assist staff members in meeting the needs of students, including partnering with School Social Workers (3), District Mental Health Specialist (1), School Nurses (1), Behavior Support Specialists (1), and Restorative Justice Staff (2).
Familiarity and understanding of Comprehensive Guidance
Interpersonal skills in areas of crisis management and problem solving
Update and maintain confidential student records
Identify students with specific needs and make appropriate recommendations and referrals.
Knowledge of how to work with students through social/emotional issues and behavior issues
Ability to make connections with community partners and resources
Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff members
Familiarity with state testing
Knowledge of 504 process and implementation

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

This position requires long periods of standing, sitting, and walking.
The position requires occasional lifting of supplies.
Work takes place both indoors and outdoors, with some travel to other schools or field trip locations.

Work Year:

Per the MDMEA bargaining unit agreement

Benefits: