Elementary School Counselor - Data-Driven Student Wellness

Loudoun County Public Schools -VA; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Loudoun County Public Schools at Algonkian Elementary School in Sterling, Virginia seeks a School Counselor to support students' personal-social, academic, and career readiness through counseling and targeted classroom instruction.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, adherence to ASCA standards, and collaboration with families, teachers, and administrators to promote equity and student success.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university and completion of an approved school counseling program.
• Active LPC licensure or eligibility may be considered in lieu of requirements.
• Ability to use data-driven practices to inform counseling and program decisions.

Responsibilities

• Support personal-social, mental health, academic needs, and college/career readiness of each student.
• Provide individual counseling and classroom instruction following ASCA standards.
• Lead small group counseling on topics like study skills, anger management, and self-esteem.
• Analyze data to evaluate program effectiveness and report outcomes to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with families, staff, and administrators to promote student success.
• Promote equity and a student-centered approach in all activities.
• Provide in-service training to staff on counseling matters including student wellbeing.
• Contribute to a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with ASCA model.
• Identify and address students at risk for suicide or depression.
• Communicate school objectives and progress to parents and community.

Skills

Data-driven guidance

Collaboration

Communication skills

Technology use

Education

Master’s degree in School Counseling

Tools

Assessment tools

Job description

Loudoun County Public Schools at Algonkian Elementary School in Sterling, Virginia seeks a School Counselor to support students' personal-social, academic, and career readiness through counseling and targeted classroom instruction.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, adherence to ASCA standards, and collaboration with families, teachers, and administrators to promote equity and student success.