School Counselor - Elementary

Northshore School District 417; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Northshore School District 417 in Bothell, Washington seeks an Elementary School Counselor to plan and implement a comprehensive, culturally responsive counseling program. You will help create a safe, inclusive learning environment aligned with the district’s strategic plan to ensure student success.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with a teacher preparation program and ESA certification, with salary placement on the district schedule. FLSA: Exempt.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with teacher preparation and endorsement exams.
• Experience engaging culturally diverse student populations is preferred.
• Background in school counseling or related student services is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver a comprehensive culturally responsive school counseling program.
• Align services with the district strategic plan to support all students' success.

Skills

Cultural responsiveness

Diversity experience

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree; teacher preparation program

Job description

School Counselor - Elementary

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Job Details

Job ID: 5536205

Application Deadline: Jan 31, 2027 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Feb 12, 2026 8:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Position Type: Varies

Salary: $75,182 to $144,194 Per Year

Job Categories:

Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor

Job Description

Job Summary: This position plans, implements, and delivers a comprehensive culturally responsive school counseling program that creates and maintains a safe and inclusive learning environment aligned with the district strategic plan for students enrolled in the Northshore School District to ensure the success of all students.

Salary:2025-26 Northshore Education Association (NSEA) Salary Schedule . Placement on the salary schedule is determined by official documentation verifying educational level and work experience. Salary will be prorated for less than a full-year and/or part-time employees. FLSA: Exempt.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree along with the completion of a teacher's preparation program and endorsement skills examinations. Preferred experience in teaching a culturally, racially and economically diverse student population in a large school system.

Licenses/Special Requirements: Valid Washington State Educational Staff Associate (ESA) Certificate in School Counseling. Candidates who are new to the profession or moving from out of state, may apply if anticipated to obtain certification prior to the position start date or first day of school.

Working Conditions: Works in a classroom setting; must be able to bend, kneel, stoop, and lift and carry objects typically weighing ten pounds or less; required to stand for extended periods of time; frequently reaches below shoulder height; occasionally pushes or pulls objects; frequently required to use sufficient manual dexterity to operate controls and computer keyboard, and handle books and other materials; exposure to infectious diseases; may be required to attend meetings or activities beyond normal work day.

Benefits: Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package, for eligible positions. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31).

TheSchool Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

• Medical plans with prescription benefits


• Dental plans


• Vision plans


• Life and AD&D insurance


• Long-term disability insurance


• Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement


• Dependent Care Assistance Program

Incomplete applications are not considered. Applications must be submitted by midnight PST on the closing date. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers and/or character references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Northshore School Board.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Northshore School District - Human Resources


• 3330 Monte Villa Parkway


• Bothell, Washington 98021


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northshore School District prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged unlawful discrimination: Director of Human Resources (Title IX, ADA and Civil Rights Compliance), Director of Student Services (Section 504), 3330 Monte Villa Parkway, Bothell, WA 98021, 425-408-6000.