Elementary Guidance Counselor - Shape Student Futures

Harlem Hs; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A school district in New York is seeking an Elementary Guidance Counselor for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves counseling students individually and in groups about their academic and career paths. The ideal candidate will have a K-12 guidance major and at least three years of counseling experience. Responsibilities include evaluating student progress and collaborating with teachers. This position offers a supportive environment focused on student well-being.

Qualifications

• At least three years of appropriately certified teacher or counseling experience.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively communicate with students, parents, and staff.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student matters.

Responsibilities

• Conduct counseling of student groups and individual students.
• Provide guidance to students and parents regarding education and career plans.
• Counsel individual students who face problems in school.
• Review and evaluate academic progress and make recommendations.

Skills

Effective communication

Stress management

Confidentiality

Problem-solving

Education

Completion of a college-approved guidance K-12 major or minor

Three years of certified teaching or counseling experience

Job description

A school district in New York is seeking an Elementary Guidance Counselor for the 2025-2026 school year. This role involves counseling students individually and in groups about their academic and career paths. The ideal candidate will have a K-12 guidance major and at least three years of counseling experience. Responsibilities include evaluating student progress and collaborating with teachers. This position offers a supportive environment focused on student well-being.