Elementary Guidance Counselor: Shape Student Growth

McCoy Elementary School; Aztec (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

McCoy Elementary School in Aztec, New Mexico seeks an Elementary Guidance Counselor to support students with counseling services. The role reports to the Building Principal and focuses on promoting personal growth, self-understanding and academic success within the school community.

Requirements include a valid Guidance Counselor certificate, a Master’s degree in guidance-related fields, and a New Mexico Public Education Counselor License, plus fingerprint background clearance.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in educational guidance, ASCA model, testing and counseling.
• Must hold a New Mexico Public Education Counselor License.
• Must complete a fingerprint background check.

Responsibilities

• Interpret school objectives to students, parents and community with the principal.
• Familiarize staff with services offered by guidance department.
• Assist students in interpreting test scores and data.
• Maintain attendance and progress records and activity records.
• Provide individual and group counseling as needed.
• Assist with registration, orientation, and class scheduling.
• Assist parents and community in understanding educational programs.

Education

Master’s degree in education guidance / counseling

New Mexico Counseling License

Guidance Counselor certificate

Job description

McCoy Elementary School in Aztec, New Mexico seeks an Elementary Guidance Counselor to support students with counseling services. The role reports to the Building Principal and focuses on promoting personal growth, self-understanding and academic success within the school community.

Requirements include a valid Guidance Counselor certificate, a Master’s degree in guidance-related fields, and a New Mexico Public Education Counselor License, plus fingerprint background clearance.