Elementary School Counselor — Inspire Student Growth

Salem Elementary; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Elementary School in Fredericksburg, VA, seeks a School Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year to provide individual and group counseling, support diverse student needs, and help advance academic goals and social-emotional development. Starting date is immediate for a contract position spanning the 11-month school year.

The counselor collaborates with teachers, families, and administrators, maintains confidentiality, and contributes to curriculum development, sponsorships, and student

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in counseling from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Successful completion of a state-approved Counselor Preparation Program.
• Ability to obtain appropriate license(s) and/or endorsement(s) as required by Virginia and the School Board.

Responsibilities

• Advises and counsels students regarding academic, career and social/emotional concerns.
• Assesses student needs and plans for appropriate use of time and resources for responsive measures.
• Maintains confidentiality of student and personnel information.
• Works with teachers and administrators to prepare students for transitions and supports student achievement.

Skills

Counseling services

Group counseling

Collaboration with teachers

Education

Master’s degree in counseling

State-approved Counselor Preparation Program

Virginia license/endorsement eligibility

Job description

Salem Elementary School in Fredericksburg, VA, seeks a School Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year to provide individual and group counseling, support diverse student needs, and help advance academic goals and social-emotional development. Starting date is immediate for a contract position spanning the 11-month school year.

The counselor collaborates with teachers, families, and administrators, maintains confidentiality, and contributes to curriculum development, sponsorships, and student