Guidance Counselor PK-8

• Deliver classroom guidance lessons focused on self-awareness coping skills peer relationships communication decision-making conflict resolution study skills multicultural awareness and substance education.
• Provide individual and small group counseling addressing academic development personal adjustment family concerns interpersonal relationships self-esteem and behavior support.
• Support early career awareness as a developmental process of identifying interests strengths and values.
• Assist students with course and subject selection as developmentally appropriate.
• Identify and nurture students special talents and abilities.
• Work to resolve educational barriers and support student success.

• Assist students in identifying skills achievements and interests through counseling activities and interpretation of standardized assessments.
• Support diverse learners and students requiring specialized attention.
• Assist in coordinating and administering school-wide assessments.
• Contribute to school-wide master scheduling and individual student scheduling as assigned.

• Consult with teachers administrators school psychologists social workers and outside agencies regarding student welfare.
• Make referrals for appropriate school and community-based services.
• Participate in school improvement and interdisciplinary teams.
• Provide consultation and in-service support to staff as needed.
• Serve on school and community committees addressing the needs of children and families.
• Coordinate school community and business resources that promote student growth and development.

• Communicate with parents/guardians through conferences workshops newsletters and other outreach efforts.
• Provide guidance information and resources to families regarding student development and future planning.
• Maintain current career and postsecondary awareness materials and community connections.

• Maintain accurate and confidential student records including health attendance progress activity and transcript records as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations regarding student information and privacy.

Receives general administrative direction from the School Principal.

May supervise support staff as assigned.

• Masters degree in School Counseling or related field required.
• Knowledge of Vermonts K12 School Counseling Program standards.
• Meets professional standards for school counselors.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and respectfully with students families staff administrators and community members.

• Valid Vermont Professional Educators License with School Counselor endorsement (364).
• Meets all competencies and qualifications required under Vermont educator licensing regulations.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret assessment data including standard scores and percentiles.
• Effective problem-solving conflict resolution and stress management skills.
• Proficiency with word processing and database programs; experience with Microsoft Office preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information appropriately.

• Frequent standing walking sitting and use of hands for computer and written tasks.
• Occasional lifting carrying or assisting students as necessary.
• Regular exposure to emotionally sensitive or stressful situations requiring professional judgment and composure.
• Work environment is typically quiet to moderate with occasional outdoor exposure.

The School Counselor (PK8) plays a critical role in fostering students academic success social-emotional growth and early career awareness supporting the development of well-rounded learners prepared for future academic and life experiences.