Licensed School Counselor (K-8)

Cross Country Education • Memphis, TN

2d • $39 - $40

About The Position

Shape the next generation from the ground up and be the advocate every student deserves! Cross Country Education is looking for a compassionate School Counselor to empower K-8 learners in the heart of Memphis, TN . From guiding middle schoolers through high school transitions to implementing restorative practices, you will drive the success of young learners in a rewarding, fast-paced environment. Join us and turn your passion for student advocacy into measurable community impact! Position Overview: Deliver classroom guidance and individual counseling focused on social-emotional learning (SEL), conflict resolution, and crisis intervention for students in grades K-8. Serve as the primary Case Manager for 504 plans and lead Student Support Team (SST) and RTI meetings to ensure academic and behavioral interventions are data-driven. Monitor attendance and behavior data to implement truancy protocols (SART) and facilitate high school transition planning for middle school students. Act as a liaison between the school and outside agencies while providing professional development to staff on critical topics like child abuse reporting and restorative practices.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in School Counseling
• Valid Tennessee (or state reciprocity) PreK-12 School Counselor endorsement (Required)

Nice To Haves

• 2+ years of experience serving K-8 student populations in a school setting (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Deliver classroom guidance and individual counseling focused on social-emotional learning (SEL), conflict resolution, and crisis intervention for students in grades K-8.
• Serve as the primary Case Manager for 504 plans
• Lead Student Support Team (SST) and RTI meetings to ensure academic and behavioral interventions are data-driven.
• Monitor attendance and behavior data to implement truancy protocols (SART)
• Facilitate high school transition planning for middle school students.
• Act as a liaison between the school and outside agencies
• Provide professional development to staff on critical topics like child abuse reporting and restorative practices.

Benefits

• Top Compensation : Earn a competitive rate of $39.20 - $40.30 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a School Counselor, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
• Generous Benefits : Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and a 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals.
• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy full-time scheduling with 40 hours per week and paid sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level