Elementary Guidance Counselor: Empower Student Success

Watson Chapel School District; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Watson Chapel School District in Pine Bluff, Arkansas seeks an Elementary Guidance Counselor to support students’ academic, personal/social, and career development. The role requires counseling students, providing crisis intervention, and maintaining accurate records under a 200-day contract.

The position emphasizes collaboration with staff to enhance school programs and help students transition from middle to elementary school contexts, including family outreach and student scheduling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Counseling required.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• Current Arkansas teaching license required.
• Experience as a school counselor preferred.

Responsibilities

• Counsel individuals to help students with personal/social/academic development.
• Provide crisis intervention when needed.
• Maintain accurate student records and confidentiality.
• Collaborate with staff to develop and revise school programs and schedules.
• Plan and conduct orientation and information sessions for students and families.

Skills

Counseling

Communication

Interpersonal

Organizational skills

Empathy

Ethical conduct

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Counseling

Master's Degree Preferred

Job description

Watson Chapel School District in Pine Bluff, Arkansas seeks an Elementary Guidance Counselor to support students’ academic, personal/social, and career development. The role requires counseling students, providing crisis intervention, and maintaining accurate records under a 200-day contract.

The position emphasizes collaboration with staff to enhance school programs and help students transition from middle to elementary school contexts, including family outreach and student scheduling.