Elementary Counselor

Davenport Community Schools; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Davenport Community Schools is seeking an individual to implement K-5 guidance curriculum, focusing on improving student behavior and attendance. You will analyze data trends and connect families to resources while being a proactive member of the school environment.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills and the ability to teach a diverse student population. Proficiency with technology tools, such as Google Chrome and Excel, is essential. You will also take part in meetings addressing student behavioral concerns and engage with community resources.

Qualifications

• Ability to teach and work with a diverse student population.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students.
• Proficiency with computer and technology tools.

Responsibilities

• Implement guidance curriculum for K-5 students.
• Analyze and report intervention data.
• Facilitate meetings for students with behavior concerns.
• Connect families to community resources.
• Address bullying incidents proactively.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work with diverse students

Proficiency with computer technology tools

Ability to implement instructional strategies

Education

ENDORSEMENT – 172

Tools

Google Chrome

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

The Davenport Community School District is an EEO/AA employer.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement with fidelity all K-5 guidance curriculum.
• Work closely with staff to schedule the implementation of guidance curriculum K-5.
• Track behavior intervention data with staff.
• Analyze intervention data and report trends to staff.
• Facilitate MTSS meetings for students with behavior concerns.
• Serve as SIT team leader/member for attendance, behavior, and academics.
• Determine effectiveness of intervention procedures and lead development of new policies/procedures.
• Analyze attendance/tardy trends and report them to staff.
• Work closely with staff, students, and families to improve attendance and student tardiness.
• Make home visits as needed.
• Be an active member of the building CRVP team.
• Connect families to needed community resources and support homeless families.
• Respond and support families, staff, and students during times of crisis.
• Address bullying incidents proactively and work to curb incidents of bullying.
• Analyze and report bullying data to staff.
• Conduct groups to address various student issues that promote positive social and emotional development.
• Actively participate in all building initiatives.
• Supervise playground as needed to develop relationships and work with support staff.
• Assist with staff development as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Will provide interventions as needed.
• Participate fully as a productive team member.
• Demonstrate effective communication with students, parents, staff, and community members.
• Willingness to participate in staff development and utilize collaborative teacher teams.
• Able to implement a variety of instructional strategies to meet the needs of a diverse learning community.
• Ability to establish a positive learning environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students.
• Good attendance and punctuality are required.
• Willingness to support and implement DT’s multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) for both behavior and academics.
• Skilled in or willing to be trained in MTSS and PBIS.
• Co‑lead the PBIS team and oversee its implementation.
• Collaborate with the Family Support Liaison, School‑Based Therapist, and community agencies.
• ENDORSEMENT – 172

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly must:

• Sit, stand, speak, hear, see, and walk to carry out routine duties.
• Occasionally lift, move, or push items of 50 lbs., such as assisting children or moving furniture.
• Supervise students in all weather conditions.
• Meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff.
• Implement Crisis Prevention Intervention strategies, including appropriate physical restraint procedures and escorting.

Work Environment

• Noise level ranges from quiet to loud.
• Work may be indoors and/or outdoors.
• Work may be in non-air-conditioned rooms.
• Substance-free environment.
• Fast-paced atmosphere with constant contact with students, staff, or the public.
• Direct responsibility for the safety, well-being, and work output of students.

Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.

• Ability to teach and work with a diverse student population.
• Proficiency with computer and technology tools: Google Chrome, Infinite Campus, Wood Documents, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven record of building rapport with culturally diverse students.