Elementary Counsellor

Sd81; Nelson; On-site; CAD 68,492 - 118,751; Full time

Job summary

Sd81 is looking for a Full-Time Elementary Counselor to support three elementary schools in Nelson, BC, starting September 1, 2026. The role involves providing counseling services, collaborating with teachers and parents, and managing student IEPs.

The successful candidate must have a valid BC Teaching certificate, relevant teaching experience, and a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology. A competitive salary range of $68,492 to $118,751 will be offered based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• Valid BC Teaching certificate.
• Experience in teaching.
• Master's degree in Counseling Psychology, Educational Psychology, or equivalent.
• Completed a supervised counseling practicum.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct counseling services to children.
• Support healthy classroom environments with school administration.
• Coordinate with parents and outside agencies for student welfare.
• Attend weekly meetings regarding student cases.
• Manage student IEPs and organize IEP meetings.
• Assist staff in implementing student plans.
• Maintain confidential student records.
• Participate in assessments as needed.

Skills

Valid BC Teaching certificate

Teaching experience

Master's degree in Counseling Psychology or Educational Psychology

Completion of a supervised counseling practicum

Job description

Job Vacancy Transfer/Employment Opportunity

Competition #: # 6 - 2026-2027

Position: Elementary Counselor

Description: Counselor

Location: JS Clark, GW Carlson, & RL Angus

Status: Full Time Continuing Appointment – FTE 1.0

Commencement Date: September 1, 2026

This position will serve our three in-town elementary schools, approximately 350 students. Scheduling between the schools will be determined in coordination with the three elementary principals; with a requirement to adjust schedules as needed to address emergent issues, also reports to the Director of Instruction.

The starting annual salary for this school counselor ranges from $68,492 to $118,751, with placement on that range based on length of service and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement.

Qualifications

• Valid BC Teaching certificate.
• Teaching experience.
• A Master's degree in Counseling Psychology, Educational Psychology, or equivalent.
• Completion of a supervised counseling practicum.

Responsibilities

Providing direct counseling services to children, as well as individual, group, or family counseling to referred students where appropriate.

• Working with school administration and classroom teachers to support healthy classroom environments.
• Working in conjunction with parents, caregivers, and outside agencies for the welfare of children.
• Attendance at weekly school-based team meetings to support students on their caseload, be aware of priority students in the schools, and serve as a source of expertise on social‑emotional supports and student well‑being.
• Case management for students with H and R designations, which includes:
• Development and updating of student IEPs.
• Organizing and leading IEP meetings with school staff and families.
• Reporting on student goals.
• Coordinating and working in cooperation with classroom teachers, support staff, the school-based team, and parents/caregivers to help students flourish and be successful at school.
• Helping staff to design and implement specific student plans and interventions.
• Maintaining an appropriate and confidential system of student records.
• Participate in Behavioural and Digital Threat Assessments/Violence and Threat Assessments as needed.

Closing Date

Interested applicants should submit a detailed resume, 3 professional references, and copies of counselling practicum evaluation, or the most recent evaluation as a school counsellor by 10:00 am on June 10, 2026, or until a successful candidate is found.

Posting Date: May 29, 2026