School Counselor

Carthage School District R9 • Carthage, MO

22h

About The Position

As a member of the guidance department staff, a counselor is to provide a comprehensive guidance program for students. The counselor provides activities to meet the needs of the students, consults with teachers, staff and parents to enhance their effectiveness in helping students, and provides support to other elementary/middle school educational programs.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in guidance and counseling.
• Valid elementary/middle school counselor certification issued by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

Responsibilities

• Implement the guidance curriculum.
• Guide and counsel groups of and individual students through the development of educational and career plans.
• Counsel small groups and individual students with problems.
• Consult with teachers, staff and parents regarding meeting the developmental needs of students.
• Refer students with severe problems to appropriate community resources in consultation with their parents.
• Participate in, coordinate or conduct activities which contribute to the effective operation of the school.
• Evaluate and revise the building guidance program.
• Pursue professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time