Elementary School Counselor

Elementary School Counselor
Status                      Full-Time                          Contract Days             10.5-months*
Classification          Exempt                             Start Date August 1st      End Date June 30th
Reports to Building Principal 
*consistent schedule between August 1st-May 31st; varied schedule during month of June

ABOUT BROOKSIDE CHARTER SCHOOL

Brookside Charter School is a tuition-free public charter school serving Pre-K through 8th-grade
students in Kansas City Public School (KCPS) boundaries. We focus on rigorous academics,
leadership skills, and the whole child to prepare students for success beyond our doors. Our caring
community of well-trained and supported staff members, engaged families, and supportive
community partners empowers students to be leaders of their tomorrow. We are committed to
diversity, culturally relevant teaching and learning, family and community engagement, restorative
practices, and social and emotional learning.

POSITION SUMMARY & PURPOSE

The Elementary School Counselor is responsible for the day-to-day operation of all aspects of counseling
and services for students for whom they are responsible. The Elementary School Counselor is responsible
for advising and counseling regarding academic, educational, and short-term social and emotional
matters.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities
required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
essential functions.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities described herein are not a comprehensive list, and
additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, as necessitated by
business demands.

Human Capital
● At the direction of the Superintendent and Principal, directs assignment and training of staff.
● Assists the Principal, Directors, and teachers with evaluation programs for students.
● Commits to ongoing personal and professional development.
● Acts in accordance with a code of ethics appropriate to the position.

Student Performance
● Remains universally accessible and makes an effort to know every student for whom they are
responsible.
● Provides individual student planning and responsive services to support students and their
families regarding academic matters.

● Teaches guidance classes and provides guidance counseling to students through planned
activities to convey educational, social, and important school information, and offers
workshops/seminars for parents.
● Consults, facilitates, and maintains communication with parents, teachers, administrators,
and pertinent agents on specific student and parent academic and educational matters
including academic modifications and/or accommodations.
● Provides feedback and recommends appropriate action and solutions to individual student’s
academic and educational needs and abilities.
● Identifies students who may need targeted or intensive services, and coordinates with
behavioral health specialists, including support with crisis intervention
● Assists students and/or parents in understanding school policies and procedures
● Provides brief counseling to address social and emotional concerns and appropriately refers
students to behavioral health specialists
● Communicates, coordinates, and collaborates with behavioral health specialists on developing
and implementing student supports
● Supports and attends appropriate student activities and events

Legal and Compliance
● Ensures that Brookside Charter complies with and meets all deadlines associated with state,
federal, and sponsor reporting and statutory requirements.
● Develops and maintains a productive and positive relationship with Missouri Department of
Primary and Secondary Education staff.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
*All requirements listed below are required unless otherwise designated as “preferred.”

Education and Certifications
● Requires a Master's Degree in School Counseling, Social Work, or Counseling
● Licensure with DESE or Missouri Committee of Professional Registration

Experience
● Experience as an administrator in a school environment is preferred.
● Experience teaching historically underachieving students with a record of positive academic
improvement preferred.

Skills and Traits
● Proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office or equivalent software
● The Elementary School Counselor will demonstrate an understanding of how school operations
and administration support instruction.
● The Elementary School Counselor will make sure school procedures are clearly understood and
implemented to serve a single purpose – to support the pursuit of student success holistically
(socioemotional and academic outcomes).
● The candidate must be self-reflective, as well as fair, and respectful of others. While the
Elementary School Counselor will be adept at giving affirming and adjusting feedback fairly and
respectfully, s/he will also be self-reflective and accept feedback from the Board,
Superintendent, teachers, school staff, and others in the same spirit of cooperation and
shared responsibility for future outcomes.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

● This position may require remaining stationary and/or moving for intermittent periods, as
well as moderate dexterity in operating standard office equipment (e.g., computer, printer,

● This position requires individuals with a range of visual acuity as well as the ability to
communicate with others.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
● May require some travel

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
We’re committed to providing best-in-class benefits to our teachers and staff. Elements of Brookside
Charter School’s benefits package include competitive pay, subsidized health insurance, dental,
vision, life, and disability insurance, and paid time off.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT POLICY
Brookside Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and it is our policy to recruit, hire, and
promote for all jobs on the basis of merit, qualifications, skills, and competence. We do not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, age, sexual
orientation, disability, or any other protected status. Brookside Charter School will fully comply with
all employment-related and other laws. All employment decisions will be made solely on the basis of
the individual's qualifications as related to the requirement of the position being filled.