2026 - 2027 Elementary School Counselor

Frontline Education

place Birmingham, 35294

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Counseling, Social Work, Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field

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Retirement Plan

School Counselor

Reports to: Head of School

Position Summary

To help students develop those skills in the areas of personal/social growth, educational planning, and career-vocational development which will contribute to their growth as mature and responsible members of society.

Job Function And Responsibilities

Demonstrates skill and knowledge in the area of school counseling
Assists student support teams and committees on education
Supports the growth of every student in the building
Works diligently with all stakeholders to facilitate student success
Develops, implements, and evaluates an annual, local school guidance and counseling plan in accordance with standards set forth by the State Plan
Provides individual and group counseling and guidance
Teaches whole-class lessons in the areas of social/emotional growth, educational planning and improvement, and career-vocational development based on needs assessments and counseling curriculum to students focused through the lens of selected student standards from the ASCA Mindsets & Behaviors for Student Success
Provides orientation for new students, parents/guardians, and faculty
Mediates conflict between students and teachers as well as students and students
Improve parent/teacher relationships
Consults with parents/guardians, teachers, and staff about the special needs of students and makes appropriate plans including potential community-based referrals in collaboration with the social worker.
Assists with personalized services for students
Provides appropriate appraisal services to assist teachers, parents/guardians, and students
Provides information and resource services for students, parents/guardians, and faculty in collaboration with the social worker

Minimum Qualifications