Elementary School Counselor Substitute (Rock Bridge Elementary), 2026-27

Columbia-Public-Schools; Columbia Township (MO); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 65.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Columbia Public Schools in Columbia, Missouri seeks an Elementary School Counselor Substitute for the 2026-27 year. The maternity leave position will run from December through March as a long-term substitute, starting in the second semester.

The role requires Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology with a focus in school counseling and Missouri K-12 Counselor certification, plus experience in school settings. Salary follows the Teacher Salary Schedule.

Formación

• Minimum: Master's degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in school counseling; Missouri certification in the area of K-12 Student Services- Counselor.
• Preferred: Two years of successful experience as a classroom teacher preferred.
• Ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilidades

• Implements the Missouri Comprehensive School Counseling Program, including Curriculum, Responsive Services, Individual Student Planning and System Support.
• Works with Director of Elementary School Counseling in establishing program goals.
• Assists students in becoming better adjusted to school.
• Assists students with development of positive self-concepts.
• Delivers Elementary School Counseling Curriculum in K-5 classrooms regularly.
• Provides students with individual, small group counseling and crisis intervention.
• Consults with teachers, parents and administration about student needs.
• Works with parent groups to improve parental skills and discuss topics of interest.
• Conducts in-service training for school staff on student needs.
• Coordinates mental health services and community support for students and families.

Conocimientos

Counseling skills

Individual counseling

Group counseling

Crisis intervention

Parent communication

Educación

Master's degree in Counseling Psychology with emphasis in school counseling

Missouri certification in K-12 Student Services- Counselor

Two years classroom teaching experience

Descripción del empleo

Elementary School Counselor Substitute (Rock Bridge Elementary), 2026-27

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Job Details

Job ID: 5973741

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Oct 28, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

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POSITION PROPERTIES

Position Title

School Counselor - Elementary Subsititute

Schedule / Grade

Teacher Salary Schedule

Job Code

##GUIDE303

FLSA

Exempt

Calendar

TEACH

Benefits

NA(Retirees not benefit eligible)

Contract Type

TEACH

Bargaining Unit

NONE

Revised Date

01/15/2025

PURPOSE

This position is responsible for implementing the district comprehensive school counseling program to meet the social, emotional,academic, and career needs of elementary students of the district. This maternity leave will run from December- March. This position is Long Term and will start in the 2nd semester of the school year.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Implements the Missouri Comprehensive School CounselingProgram, which includesfour components: Curriculum, Responsive Services, Individual Student Planning and SystemSupport.
• Works with Director of Elementary School Counseling inestablishing program goals.
• Assists students in becoming better adjusted to school.
• Assists students with the development of positiveself-concepts.
• Visits K-5 classroomson aregular basis to deliver Elementary School CounselingCurriculum.
• Provides students with individual, small group counseling and crisis interventionto promote healthy academic, career,social, and/or emotional development and adjustment.
• Consults with teachers, parents and administration about student needs.
• Works with parent groups in order to assist them in improving their parental skills and serve as discussion leader for othertopics of interest.
• Conducts in-service training for specific school staff to assist the staff in understanding special needs of students.
• Assists with school-wide programs which benefit children's academic emotional and social success in school.
• Coordinates mental health services and community support for students and families.

Performs other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.

DISTRICT EXPECTATIONS

All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times. For information on polices, regulations and values, visit http://www.cpsk12.org

SALARY

Teacher Salary Schedule

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports To: Building Principal and Director of Elementary School Counseling

Supervises: None

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum: Master's degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in school counseling; Missouri certification in the area of K-12 Student Services- Counselor.

Preferred: Two years of successful experience as a classroom teacher preferred.

Ideal candidate will have a professional and friendly demeanor with a demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

ADA REQUIREMENTS

Language: Read, analyze and interpret professional journals, Board policy, administrative procedures, and forms; Complete forms, write reports and engage in written correspondence with parents; present information effectively and respond to questions; Speak to students and parents in groups of various sizes, as well as engage in one-on-one communication; Demonstrate excellent listening and non-verbal communication skills. These are essential functions of the job.

Computation: Work with mathematical concepts, such as probability and statistical inference; Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations. These are essential functions of the job.

Reasoning: Solve a variety of problems in many different situations; Interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form; Apply knowledge of current educational theory and instructional techniques while presenting subject matter to students; Demonstrate executive functions such as planning, organizing, remembering, and regulating information and behavior as they pertain to student performance and achievement. These are essential functions of the job.

Other Skills and Abilities: Identify needs and abilities of individual students and adapt methods accordingly; Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents; Perform multiple tasks simultaneously; Maintain confidentiality of student information. These are essential functions of the job.

Technology: Perform basic computer functions such as word processing and internet use; Use district software for finding student information; Utilize smart boards, projectors and other instructional technology provided by the district. These are essential functions of the job.

Physical Demands: An individual who holds this position must have the ability to: Speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously, move around the classroom to interact with and manage students/groups of students, and read handwritten or printed material. These are essential functions of the job.

Attendance: Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

Conditions and Environment: The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active. Occasionally the individual will be required to work outdoors for short periods of time to perform such tasks as loading and unloading students from district transportation. These are essential functions of the job.

Prospective and current employees with disabilities are encouraged to contact human resources to discuss reasonable accommodations to perform the essential job functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type: Temporary

Job Categories:

Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor