Elementary School Counselor – 0.70 FTE (Barnard Academy/Mountain Views Supervisory Union)

Vermont Learning Collaborative; Windsor (VT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits

Professional development

Small class sizes

Job summary

Vermont Learning Collaborative is partnering with Mountain Views Supervisory Union to recruit an Elementary School Counselor. This 0.70 FTE role is shared between Barnard Academy and Reading Elementary School and focuses on student well-being and inclusive learning environments.

The counselor will collaborate with teachers, families, and staff to deliver classroom, small-group, and individual support that helps students thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in School Counseling or related field.
• Valid Vermont Educator License with appropriate endorsement.
• Experience with elementary students and school-based settings.

Responsibilities

• Lead SEL instruction and support across two schools.
• Provide individual and group counseling and classroom guidance.
• Collaborate with teachers, families, and staff on behavior plans.
• Support crisis response and positive school climate.

Skills

Social-emotional learning

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in School Counseling

Job description

Elementary School Counselor – 0.70 FTE (Barnard Academy/Mountain Views Supervisory Union)

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Job Details

Job ID: 5928310

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 15, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Vermont Learning Collaborative is pleased to partner with Mountain Views Supervisory Union to recruit and hire a School Counselor.

Barnard Academy & Reading Elementary School Mountain Views Supervisory Union

Barnard Academy and Reading Elementary School are seeking a dedicated Elementary School Counselor to join our close-knit school communities. This 0.70 FTE position is shared between the two schools and offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students, staff, and families across both communities.

The Elementary School Counselor will play an important role in supporting students’ social-emotional well-being and helping foster positive, inclusive, and emotionally safe learning environments. Working collaboratively with teachers, administrators, families, and other school professionals, the counselor will provide classroom, small-group, and individual support to help students develop the skills they need to thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support school-wide efforts that promote kindness, inclusion, belonging, and a positive school climate.
• Deliver classroom-based Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) instruction, including use of the Second Step curriculum.
• Provide individual and small-group counseling and support to help students develop coping skills, navigate peer relationships, resolve conflicts, and strengthen social-emotional skills.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and other professionals to develop, implement, and monitor individualized student behavior intervention plans and supports.
• Provide timely support, de-escalation, and crisis response for students experiencing emotional or behavioral distress.
• Partner with families and staff to identify strategies and resources that support student success at school and at home.
• Participate as a collaborative member of school-based student support teams and contribute to coordinated systems of student support.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or a related field.
• Valid Vermont Educator License with the appropriate endorsement.
• Experience working with elementary-aged students, preferably in a school setting.
• Familiarity with the Second Step curriculum is preferred.
• Strong communication, relationship-building, de-escalation, and collaborative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively across two school communities and as part of collaborative school teams.
• Successful completion of required criminal background checks.

What We Offer

• Supportive, close-knit school communities.
• Small class sizes and opportunities to develop meaningful relationships with students and families.
• A collaborative professional environment.
• Professional learning and development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits in accordance with applicable agreements and MVSU policies.

Position Type

Part-time

Salary

$34,677 to $68,921 Per Year

Job Categories

• Special Education > Emotionally Disabled
• Special Education > Mild/Moderate Disabilities
• Student Services > Adjustment Counselor
• Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor

Welcome to Vermont Learning Collaborative

Vermont Learning Collaborative is a non profit educational service agency serving the southeast region of Vermont. VTLC provides evaluation services, related services, evaluation services, professional development, consultation and special education programming to supervisory unions and districts in the southeast region.

Job Requirements

• At least 1 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. Master degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required
• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jill Graham , Executive Director
• 54 Main Street
• Windsor, Vermont 05089
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]