Elementary Counselor

Masonk12; Michigan; On-site; USD 51,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible health insurance packages

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and long-term disability

Retirement benefits

Paid time off: 10 Sick days and 3 PBD

Professional development

Job summary

Mason Public Schools in Michigan is seeking an Elementary School Counselor to support students in grades 1–5 with their academic, social, and emotional growth. The role includes individual and group counseling and collaboration with a multidisciplinary student support team.

You will help foster an inclusive, positive school climate where every child feels safe, valued, and ready to learn. A Master’s in Guidance and Counseling and appropriate Michigan certifications are required.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling services to assigned students or groups to help cope with personal, social, academic, and family concerns.
• Assist staff in meeting student needs, collaborating with School Social Workers and other specialists.
• Familiarity with Comprehensive Guidance and crisis management abilities.
• Update and maintain confidential student records.
• Identify students with special needs and make referrals.
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Understand state testing and 504 processes.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative/Growth oriented

Leadership qualities

Willingness to learn

Organization & time-management

Problem-solving

Communication with students/parents

Education

Master’s degree in Guidance and Counseling

Michigan secondary teaching certificate with counseling endorsement

School Counselor License

Preliminary Authorization to work as a School Counselor

Temporary School Counselor Authorization

Job description

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 withSchool 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.

WorkYear:

Per the MDMEA bargaining unit agreement

Benefits:

• Four (4) Flexible Health Insurance packages to satisfy your needs
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and long-term disability insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off: 10 Sick days and 3 Personal Business days per year
• Professional development

Schedule:

• Anticipated start date of November 2026

Compensation

Per the MDMEA Agreement ($50,750 to $91,193) Commensurate with experience

Deadline: Open until filled

All candidates are required to complete the StyleProfile™ assessment as a component of their application. This assessment is intended to be one component of the information used to assist administrators during the selection process. Once the application has been submitted, the StyleProfile™ assessment will be assigned and sent to your email. The StyleProfile™ assessment is approximately 30 minutes in length and is a multiple-choiceformat.