ES Counselor

Bonsai Elementary School; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Grove Unified School District seeks an Elementary School Counselor (ES Counselor) to support student learning and wellbeing. The role reports to the Building Principal and involves planning and implementing counseling services within a diverse student population.

The position is a 190‑day contract with 8 hours per day, starting immediately. Requirements include a Bachelor’s in Education and a valid NE Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain one, along with a commitment to ethical

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university.
• A valid NE Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain one with appropriate endorsements.
• Commitment to equitable education and positive student outcomes.
• Experience with diverse student populations encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Develop students’ cognitive capacity and respect for learning.
• Foster students’ self-esteem and positive interpersonal relationships.
• Integrate leadership, technology, and communication into curriculum.
• Plan and guide learning to meet program objectives.
• Maintain a learning-friendly classroom atmosphere.
• Use diagnostic and progress assessments to inform instruction.
• Collaborate with staff, parents, and community to support the school program.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Collaborative

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education

Valid NE Teaching Certificate

Job description

ES Counselor

Job Details

Job ID: 5524764

Application Deadline: Aug 01, 2027 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Aug 01, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in education from an accredited college or university.
• A valid NE Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain one with appropriate endorsement(s)
• A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn.
• Excellent attendance record
• Excellent communication skills oral and written
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Best Instructional Practices
• Positive interpersonal skills
• Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
• Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
• This individual will exhibit skills pertinent to foster positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents and the community
• A willingness and demonstrated abilities conducive to a continuous quest for quality education.

Other Information

• Reports to: Building Principal
• Work Schedule: 190 Day Contract
• Hours to Work: 8 hours / day

Responsibilities

• Developing students’ cognitive capacity and respect for learning
• Positively fostering students’ self-esteem
• Working with and understanding a diverse student population
• Integration of leadership, technology, and communication into the curriculum
• Planning for and guiding the learning process to help students achieve program objectives
• Maintaining a classroom atmosphere conducive to learning
• Implementing useful diagnostic and progress assessment measures
• Selecting and using effective instructional methods and learning materials
• Establishing a cooperative relationship with all assigned students
• Maintaining open lines of communication with parents/ guardians/ staff
• Engaging in professional growth activities through an ongoing program of job related knowledge and skill development
• Working collaboratively to achieve the overall purpose of the school’s program and support the District’s vision, aims and goals
• Integrating of the themes of leadership, technology, and communication with a diverse population

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aligned with the mission of the Omaha Public Schools is the commitment to educational equity for all students, staff, and patrons of the school system. In all places and in all activities of the Omaha Public Schools, it is expected that every individual will be treated in a fair and equitable manner. All conduct will reflect a belief in the dignity and value of each person regardless of the individual's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, citizenship status, or economic status.

Position Type: Full-Time

Contact Information

• Pat Ochoa , HR Director
• Apple Grove Unified School District
• Apple Grove, California 93657
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]