Long-Term Elementary School Counselor

Denver Community School District; Denver (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Denver Community School District is seeking a caring, student-centered individual to serve as a Long-Term Elementary School Counselor at Denver Elementary School. The role focuses on social, emotional, behavioral, and academic success for TK–5 students.

Responsibilities include guiding lessons, small-group counseling, and individual support, with collaboration among teachers, families, and staff to maintain a positive school environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver classroom guidance lessons focused on social-emotional learning and student development.
• Facilitate small-group counseling and skill-building sessions.
• Provide individual student support as needed.
• Support students in developing positive relationships, problem-solving skills, and strategies for success.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and student support staff.
• Contribute to a positive, safe, and supportive school environment.

Skills

Student relations

Small-group counseling

Classroom guidance

Social-emotional learning

Job description

Long-Term Elementary School Counselor

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Job Details

Starting Date: Jan 1, 2027

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor

Job Description

Denver Community School District

Denver Elementary School

Position: Long-Term Substitute School Counselor Grade Levels: TK–5th Grade Student Population: Approximately 400 students Start Date: January 2027 Anticipated End Date: Late March/Early April 2027

Position Overview

Denver Community School District is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and student-centered individual to serve as a Long-Term Elementary School Counselor at Denver Elementary School.

Our elementary school serves approximately 400 students in transitional kindergarten through fifth grade. We are looking for someone who enjoys working with young learners, building positive relationships, and supporting students' social, emotional, behavioral, and academic success.

Primary Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver classroom guidance lessons focused on social-emotional learning and student development.
• Facilitate small-group counseling and skill-building sessions.
• Provide individual student support as needed.
• Support students in developing positive relationships, problem-solving skills, and strategies for success.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, families, and student support staff.
• Contribute to a positive, safe, and supportive school environment.

Contact Information

• Josh Sinram , Principal
• Denver Community School District
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]