School Counselor

Position Overview:

Every member of the Team & Family at KIPP KC plays a critical role in ensuring our students are on the path toward college career and beyond.

As a School Counselor you will lead and implement a comprehensive data-driven school counseling program that supports students academic success social-emotional development and post-secondary readiness. You will work proactively to remove barriers to learning by providing direct student support building systems of intervention and partnering with staff and families.

This role is rooted in prevention early intervention and whole-child support ensuring that all students have the skills mindsets and resources needed to thrive.

Key Responsibilities: 

Student Support & Counseling

• Provide individual and group counseling focused on social-emotional development self-management and academic success.
• Deliver Tier 1 Tier 2 and Tier 3 supports aligned to MTSS frameworks.
• Implement evidence-based interventions to support student behavior engagement and well-being.
• Support students in developing goal-setting decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Provide crisis response and short-term intervention for students in high-need situations.
• Lead the implementation and annual completion of the Missouri Individual Career & Academic Plan (ICAP) process for all students beginning in 8th grade 

School Counseling Program Implementation

• Design and implement a comprehensive school counseling program aligned to ASCA standards.
• Deliver classroom-based lessons that support social-emotional learning college and career readiness and life skills.
• Use data to identify trends prioritize student needs and evaluate program effectiveness.
• Develop systems to proactively address attendance behavior and academic concerns.
• Administer ICAP 

Collaboration & School-Based Support

• Partner with teachers and school leaders to support student success and classroom culture.
• Participate in MTSS/RTI meetings and lead interventions for students requiring additional support.
• Collaborate with special education ELL and student support teams to ensure aligned services.
• Provide consultation and training to staff on student mental health SEL strategies and trauma-informed practices.

Family Communication & Engagement

• Build strong relationships with students and families to support student growth and well-being.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and support plans.
• Facilitate family meetings and provide strategies for supporting students at home.
• Connect families with community resources as needed.

Attendance & Student Advocacy

• Monitor student attendance and lead interventions to address chronic absenteeism.
• Advocate for equitable access to academic opportunities supports and resources.
• Support transition planning for students across grade levels and into post-secondary pathways.

Data Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain accurate and confidential records of student interactions interventions and outcomes.
• Use school-based systems to track student progress and counseling services.
• Ensure compliance with school policies and ethical standards for counseling practice.

Professional Responsibilities

• Participate in all professional development coaching sessions and staff meetings.
• Collaborate with colleagues to contribute to a positive and inclusive school culture.
• Maintain strong organizational systems for managing caseloads and student support plans.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by school leadership.

Qualifications :

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in School Counseling or related field required
• Valid Missouri certification/licensure as a School Counselor (or ability to obtain)
• Experience working with children and adolescents in a school setting preferred
• Knowledge of MTSS frameworks SEL practices and student mental health supports
• Strong collaboration communication and relationship-building skills
• Commitment to educational equity and serving underserved communities
• Satisfactory outcome of a background check

Skills and Competencies: 

• Commitment to KIPP KCs mission and values
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment
• Demonstrates a commitment to diversity equity and inclusion
• Fosters an inclusive environment for students staff and families
• Works effectively with colleagues and stakeholders
• Builds strong relationships within the KIPP KC community

Additional Information :

Physical Requirements: 

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. 

• The person in this position needs to be able to move about inside and outside the school or office throughout the workday.

• The candidate is expected to attend conferences meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person within the Region. 

Work Environment

• Reports to work Monday-Friday.

• Typical school or office environment with frequent interruptions.

Travel Requirements:

• Ability to travel to work locations. 

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary is based on years of experience educational background and level of expertise.

As a full-time KIPP Kansas City employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Kansas City benefit plans. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits with competitive rates including medical dental and vision options as well as life insurance fertility and disability plans.

KIPP Kansas City is committed to the professional growth and development of our staff. We provide numerous opportunities for advancement ongoing professional development and leadership training to help you achieve your career goals.

KIPP Kansas City provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer we hire without consideration of race religion creed color national origin age gender sexual orientation marital status veteran status or disability.

Selection Process:

Our application process is grounded in equity and fairness ensuring a just and unbiased selection process. Below is our standard selection process for regional roles:

Selection Process 

Application Submission Resume Review 

Phone or Video Interview 

If Applicable (Sample work or Performance Task) 

Committee Interview(s) 

1:1 Chat w/Hiring Manager 

Reference Check 

Offer Terms 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time