Counselor - Elementary (15-097)

Alamogordo Public Schools; Holloman (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamogordo Public Schools is seeking an Elementary Counselor at Holloman Elementary School to implement a flexible program fostering student learning and growth. The role involves encouraging skill development, establishing rapport with students and parents, and providing a supportive learning environment.

Ideal candidates will have a National Certified School Counselor credential, a Master’s degree in Guidance Counseling or Social Work, and must hold a New Mexico Public Education License. Experience in a school setting is preferred, along with excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• National Certified School Counselor credential is required.
• Master's degree in Guidance Counseling or Social Work is required.
• Current New Mexico Licensure and Public Education License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Encourage students to develop essential skills and attitudes.
• Create a supportive environment for personal growth.
• Establish rapport with students and their parents.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to build rapport

Collaboration with community providers

Education

National Certified School Counselor credential

Master's degree in Guidance Counseling or Social Work

Current New Mexico Licensure from Counseling & Practice Board

Current New Mexico Public Education License as School Counselor

Job description

Elementary Counselor – Holloman Elementary School

Date of Notice: May 29, 2026

Exempt Position – Ancillary, Vacancy #: 15-097

Location

Holloman Elementary School

Job Snapshot

To teach by implementing a flexible program and creating an environment favorable to learning and personal growth by:

• Encouraging students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed for continuous growth and development.
• Providing experiences which integrate the effective, cognitive, and psychomotor dimensions of learning.
• Establishing effective rapport with students and their parents.
• Assisting students in developing positive feelings toward themselves and others.

Qualifications

• National Certified School Counselor credential issued by the National Board for Certified Counselors; or
• Master's degree in Guidance Counseling or Social Work; or
• Current New Mexico Licensure from the Counseling & Practice Board or Social Work Board (LPC, LPCC, LMHC, LISW, LCSW, LMSW).
• Current New Mexico Public Education License as School Counselor preferred or eligibility.
• School experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Ability to establish and maintain effective communication and relationships with students, parents, staff, and administrators.
• Ability to perform essential job functions and job task requirements.
• Ability to develop rapport with community providers and build collaboration to assure ongoing care for our students.

Salary

Nine months (185 days) per contract year and appropriate placement on the District Guidance Counselor Salary Schedule. The work calendar is subject to change based on any Board-approved revisions.

Conditions of Employment

Ability to comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and, upon an offer of employment, complete an Employee’s Statement of Health and submit to a functional capacity evaluation at the District’s expense to determine ability to perform job-related functions and fitness for duty. Any offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of all background, criminal, and reference investigations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Alamogordo Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, marital status, disability, handicap, or veteran status in employment or the provision of services. This includes, but is not limited to, admissions, educational services, financial aid, and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, Section 504 of PL 92-112, and the Age Discrimination Act may be referred to the Superintendent of the Alamogordo Public Schools. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability and protects qualified applicants and employees with disabilities from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, job training, fringe benefits, and other aspects of employment. The law also requires that covered entities provide qualified applicants and employees with disabilities with necessary, reasonable accommodations that do not impose undue hardship. It is the responsibility of the applicant or employee to inform the Director of Human Resources that an accommodation is needed.