Counselor-Elementary (2026-2027 School Year)

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The School Guidance Counselor is primarily responsible to the Principal(s) of assigned school(s) for providing guidance and counseling services to pupils, staff members, and patrons, as directed by the Building Principal. The Counselor is also responsible to the Coordinator of Guidance and Counseling Services.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Proficient organizational, planning and human relations skills
Good knowledge of guidance counseling, career education methods, materials, procedures, and practices
Ability to apply knowledge of guidance and counseling practices to the needs of assigned students
Ability to develop cooperative working relationships with students, parents, and instructional staff
Ability to maintain accurate records and confidentiality
Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
Master's Degree in School Counseling, or must be pursuing a Master's Degree in School Counseling and deemed eligible for a Provisional School Counselor License by your University
KSDE issued School Counselor License required

Responsibilities

Designs and implements a building program that provides growth opportunities for all USD 259 pupils through individual, small group, and/or classroom activities as directed by the Wichita Comprehensive Guidance and Counseling Program Curriculum
Provides individual and group counseling, and classroom guidance for pupils concerning personal, educational, or social problems
Provides support group activities for pupils with common personal and social needs
Serves as a consultant for teachers in areas such as career education, classroom climate, learning styles, etc.
Interprets test results to pupils, parents, and faculties
Provides information and services in relation to post secondary opportunities in occupations, technical and trade schools, colleges and universities, scholarship opportunities, financial aid, and job opportunities
Provides consultation and counseling for teachers and parents regarding individual pupil progress and adjustment
Provides a program of educational career planning activities for pupils
Assists in a continuous program of pupil orientation/transition
Participates as a member of Child Study Team, particularly in the phases of screening, pre-assessment, and intervention
Serves as a liaison between school and community agencies for appropriate referral purposes
Provides the Principal and staff with descriptive data derived from tests, cumulative records, and interviews to assist in recommendations for curriculum change
Maintains a record keeping system that describes guidance and counseling services and pupil needs to assist in program development
Attend professional development opportunities
Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor