School Counselor - Ellen Myers Primary School

A public elementary school counselor focuses on the academic, social/emotional, and career development of students in grades PreK-5 or PreK-6. The implement a comprehensive counseling program aligned with the Tennessee Comprehensive School Counseling Model.

• Instruction: Deliver classroom lessons on topics such as character education, bullying prevention, and social skills.
• IndividualGroup Counseling: Provide short-term, goal-oriented counseling to address immediate social or emotional needs.
• Student SupportIntervention: Facilitate crisis intervention, peer mediation, and behavioral threat assessments.
• Collaboration: Consult with parents, teachers, and administrators regarding student progress and behavioral concerns.
• Systemic Advocacy: Analyze data (e.g., attendance, discipline) to identify and address student needs at a school-wide level.
• Referrals: Connect families with community resources for long-term mental health or specialized support.

• Education: A Master's degree in school counseling from a regionally accredited institution is required.
• Licensure: Must hold a valid Tennessee School Service Personnel License with a school counselor endorsement (Code 487).
• Assessments: A passing score (minimum 156) on the Praxis School Counselor Assessment (Test Code 5422).
• Experience: Most initial candidates enter with a 3-year Practitioner License, which can be upgraded to a 6-year Professional License after meeting experience and professional development requirements.

• Strong verbal and written communication for dealing with diverse stakeholders.
• Expertise in data-driven decision-making and organizational management.
• Adherence to the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Ethical Standards.