Elementary Counselor (26-27 School Year)

Abilene, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Abilene Public Schools (USD #435) Abilene KS is currently seeking an

Qualifications

A valid KS Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain one with appropriate endorsement(s)
A masters degree in school counseling or currently working toward degree.
A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and will learn.
Excellent attendance record
Excellent communication skills oral and written
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Best Instructional Practices
Positive interpersonal skills
Professional verification of successful classroom teacher performance and/or student teaching experience.
Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
This individual will exhibit skills pertinent to foster positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with students staff parents and the community
A willingness and demonstrated abilities conducive to a continuous quest for quality education.

Reports to: Building Principal

Work Schedule: 189 Day Contract

Responsibilities

Plan and teach classroom lessons on topics related to emotional regulation friendship skills problem-solving and conflict resolution district adopted Boys Town 16 essential social skills and USD 435 core values: respect cooperation accountability integrity and perseverance.
Develop morning meeting lessons for classroom teacher use to expand above topics
Provide individual and small group counseling related to anxiety anger grief family changes peer conflict or bullying low self-esteem attention concerns or behavior concerns.
Help foster students self-esteem and increase social emotional skills and strategies
Support students and parents with school engagement and attendance
Understand and develop cooperative relationships with a diverse student population
Plan and participate in parent engagement activities
Participate in Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) and Student Improvement Teams (SIT meetings)
Support students and staff in management
Conduct risk assessments
Support students involving trauma or major life changes
Implement useful diagnostic and progress measures for social emotional skills
Help write and implement behavior intervention plans for students in the SIT process (Student Intervention Team)
Work closely with teachers administrators and support staff
Maintain open lines of communication and consult with parents/guardians regarding student needs
Work alongside mental health liaison to provide appropriate mental health supports
Ensure confidentiality of student and school information is maintained
Model a professional and positive attitude in all interactions with students staff and parents
Advocate for student emotional needs
Actively contribute to a positive school climate
Engage in professional growth activities through ongoing professional learning and training
Work collaboratively to achieve the overall purpose of the schools program and support the Districts vision aims and goals

How To Apply

You must complete the entire online application to be considered for a position.

Providing a resume and additional attachments are optional. Please also provide complete reference information for each reference including name address phone and email address.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Aligned with the mission of the Abilene Public Schools is the commitment to educational equity for all students staff and patrons of the school all places and in all activities of the Abilene Public Schools it is expected that every individual will be treated in a fair and equitable manner. All conduct will reflect a belief in the dignity and value of each person regardless of the individuals race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin disability age marital status citizenship status or economic status.

Abilene Public Schools (USD #435) Abilene KS is currently seeking anQualificationsA valid KS Teaching Certificate or the ability to obtain one with appropriate endorsement(s)A masters degree in school counseling or currently working toward degree.A demonstrated philosophy that all students can and w...