Elementary School Counselor: Student Success & Guidance

Liberty Public Schools; Liberty (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Public Schools seeks an Elementary School Counselor to implement the Missouri Comprehensive Guidance Program across four strands: Guidance Curriculum, Individual Planning, Responsive Services, and System Support.

You will advise students and families on course selection, provide individual and group counseling, collaborate with staff and community partners, and lead programs supporting academic and socio-emotional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field required.
• Job-related experience in counseling.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check.
• Domestic work eligibility; visa sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Advises students and families on course selection for post-secondary eligibility.
• Collaborates with administration, staff, families and community to support issues.
• Develops programs (e.g., career night, parent meetings) for student transition.
• Provides individual and group counseling to enhance student success.
• Teaches classroom lessons on coping strategies and social skills.
• Serves as case manager for 504 plans within the assigned building.
• Presents information to staff, students and families to aid development.

Skills

Experience in counseling

Collaboration with stakeholders

Student support

Education

Master's degree in counseling or related field

Job description

Liberty Public Schools seeks an Elementary School Counselor to implement the Missouri Comprehensive Guidance Program across four strands: Guidance Curriculum, Individual Planning, Responsive Services, and System Support.

You will advise students and families on course selection, provide individual and group counseling, collaborate with staff and community partners, and lead programs supporting academic and socio-emotional growth.