2026-2027 Counselor - Field Elementary School

Springfield Public Schools • Springfield, MO

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About The Position

This position is responsible for providing support to the instructional process with specific responsibility for implementing the three components of the Missouri Comprehensive School Counseling Program: Social/ Emotional Development, Academic Development and Career Development. Also provides information and recommendations to parents and students; and assisting in the development of goals and plans for achievement.

Requirements

• Master's degree from an accredited college in job-related area, required.
• Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required.
• Must have a Missouri Counselor K-8 Certification, required.
• Ability to gain and maintain "Highly Qualified" status as defined by Missouri's Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, required.
• Must pass a Criminal Background Clearance, the results of which must be satisfactory to the District, required.
• Knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: pertinent laws, codes, policies, and/or regulations; personnel processes; standard business practices; teaching strategies; working with families; and stages of child development.
• Knowledge of algebra and/or geometry; review and interpret highly technical information, write technical materials, and/or speak persuasively to implement desired actions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
• Skill to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
• Skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job, including: operating standard office equipment including utilizing pertinent software applications; planning and managing projects and programs; overseeing program financial activities; developing effective working relationships; preparing and maintaining accurate records; and administering personnel policies and procedures; and coordinating with other agencies.
• Ability to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, analyze and/or classify data; to ensure the effective and efficient operation of the Department and programs.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals under a wide variety of circumstances.
• Ability to analyze issues, data, create action plans and ensure that success of Department and District strategic objectives.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to apply critical thinking/problem solving to improve work processes.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality; set priorities; meet deadlines and schedules; work with detailed information; and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to set high expectations for self and others; set and monitor progress toward goals; and utilize and offer effective feedback to continuously improve.
• Ability to work as part of a team; adapt to changing priorities; and apply logical processes and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes student transcripts for the purpose of ensuring compliance with graduation requirements.
• Assists students in the transition from high school to post-secondary education for the purpose of ensuring continuity of services.
• Assists students with developing their Personal Plans of Study for the purpose of of supporting them in pursuing their high school and post-secondary goals.
• Assists students with applications (e.g. scholarships, college, financial aid, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring completion of application processes within designated time frames.
• Coordinates with teachers, parents, students and in-district or community agencies for the purpose of providing/receiving requested information and/or making recommendations towards meeting the developmental needs of students.
• Counsels students, parents and guardians and teachers for the purpose of enhancing student success and meeting the immediate needs of students.
• Implements comprehensive school counseling curriculum, assigned programs and/or projects for the purpose of confirming to district and state curriculum and/or instructional objectives.
• Monitors student progress for the purpose of identifying issues and taking appropriate action for increasing student success.
• Reports health and safety issues to administrative personnel and/or appropriate agencies (e.g. fights, suspected child or substance abuse, inappropriate social behaviors, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students personal safety, a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
• Researches program eligibility requirements (e.g. financial aid, college eligibility, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date, accurate counsel to students.
• Performs other related duties as required/assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time