Summary We are seeking a full-time School Counselor to join our team at Garden Grove Elementary. The School Counselor will be responsible for providing support and guidance to students, teachers, and parents to promote academic, social, and emotional success.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group counseling services to students in need of emotional or behavioral support
- Conduct assessments and evaluations to identify students' strengths and areas of need
- Develop and implement intervention plans to address students' academic, social, and emotional needs
- Collaborate with teachers and parents to develop strategies to support students' success in the classroom
- Provide crisis intervention services as needed
- Maintain accurate and confidential records of counseling sessions and interventions
- Participate in school-wide initiatives to promote a positive school culture and prevent bullying and other negative behaviors
- Attend professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices in school counseling
Requirements
- Master's degree in School Counseling or related field
- Valid state certification or licensure as a School Counselor
- Experience working with elementary-age students preferred
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and parents
- Knowledge of best practices in school counseling and social-emotional learning
- Commitment to supporting the academic, social, and emotional success of all students.