Elementary School Counselor: Empower Student Growth

KEGOTANK ELEMENTARY; Mappsville (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

KEGOTANK ELEMENTARY in MAPPSVILLE, Virginia is seeking a School Counselor (Elementary) to help students understand their abilities, aptitudes, and interests and support their personal, social, and academic growth.

The counselor collaborates with teachers, parents, and specialists, coordinates testing, maintains records, and participates in the Child Study Team to identify and assist at‑risk students. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field and Virginia licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field.
• Must possess Virginia Collegiate Professional License or Postgraduate Professional License with an appropriate endorsement as a school counselor.
• Must communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Must establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the public.

Responsibilities

• Counsels students needing academic, social, or emotional support.
• Plans and delivers guidance sessions with students.
• Collaborates with teachers, parents, and nurses on student needs.
• Maintains accurate permanent records.
• Coordinates standardized testing and interprets results.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field

Job description

KEGOTANK ELEMENTARY in MAPPSVILLE, Virginia is seeking a School Counselor (Elementary) to help students understand their abilities, aptitudes, and interests and support their personal, social, and academic growth.

The counselor collaborates with teachers, parents, and specialists, coordinates testing, maintains records, and participates in the Child Study Team to identify and assist at‑risk students. A Bachelor's or Master's degree in a related field and Virginia licensure are required.