Elementary School Counselor: Champion Student Growth

Linked Professional Services; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Linked, LLC in Dearborn, MI is seeking a compassionate Elementary School Counselor to foster the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development of elementary students. You will partner with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community resources to create a positive, inclusive learning environment that supports lifelong success.

The role involves providing individual and group counseling, teaching conflict resolution, collaborating with staff and families, and helping plan

Qualifications

• Michigan teaching certificate with guidance counselor endorsement or equivalent license.
• Counseling and/or teaching experience required.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze situations, solve problems, and implement restorative justice practices.
• Patience, empathy, and a commitment to student success.
• Understanding of child development and the needs of elementary students.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to support students' academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
• Assist students in understanding and navigating school culture.
• Teach conflict resolution, problem-solving, and restorative justice techniques.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, support staff, parents/guardians, and community agencies.
• Provide parents with accurate, comprehensive communication regarding student progress and resources.
• Conduct parent and student conferences as needed.
• Support students facing family crises and other major life events.
• Participate in planning and implementing a comprehensive developmental guidance program.
• Promote parent and family involvement in student success.
• Maintain confidential counseling records per state laws and district policies.
• Communicate regularly with school leadership about student needs and support plans.
• Work with PLCs and grade-level teams to support student achievement.
• Support MTSS and other intervention strategies.
• Analyze student data to guide interventions and improve outcomes.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and continuous improvement.

Skills

Excellent communication

Collaboration

Interpersonal skills

Education

Michigan Teaching Certificate with Guidance Counselor endorsement (NT)

Michigan School Guidance Counselor License with appropriate endorsement

Job description

Linked, LLC in Dearborn, MI is seeking a compassionate Elementary School Counselor to foster the academic, social, emotional, and behavioral development of elementary students. You will partner with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community resources to create a positive, inclusive learning environment that supports lifelong success.

The role involves providing individual and group counseling, teaching conflict resolution, collaborating with staff and families, and helping plan