What are the responsibilities and job description for the Counselor/CDS - Elementary School (Temporary) position at Gresham-Barlow School District?
Position Type :
Certified / Licensed / Counselor / CDS - Elementary
Date Posted : 1 / 9 / 2025
Location :
North Gresham Elementary School
Date Available : 03 / 17 / 2025
Posting Date : January 9, 2025
Start Date : March 17, 2025
Counselor / CDS
North Gresham Elementary School
60 Contract days, Temporary Contract 2024-2025 School Year Only
1.0 FTE
Application Deadline : Open Until Filled. Apply through gbsdjobs.com
Qualifications : State of Oregon Teaching License with School Counselor endorsement, and current First Aid Card.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE : School Counselor
Job Summary : The job of school counselor is done for the purpose of coordinating a comprehensive counseling program for all students in the district based on the Oregon Framework for School Counseling Programs and its components (Guidance Curriculum, Individual Planning, Responsive Services, System Support, and Student Advocacy), and to provide services to all students in the academic, career, community involvement, and personal / social domains in concert with school staff, parents, the community, and the students themselves.
Essential Job Functions :
- The school counselor implements the Guidance Curriculum Component through the use of instructional skills and the careful planning of structured group sessions for all students
The school counselor facilitates the instruction of guidance lessons
The school counselor, in collaboration with parents and staff, helps students plan toward success through goal-setting and organizational skills
The school counselor provides counseling for individuals and small groups of students with identified needs / concerns
The school counselor administers and evaluates a comprehensive and balanced counseling program in collaboration with school staff
The school counselor works proactively to remove personal and social barriers to learning
Essential Job Requirement - Qualifications :
Skills to communicate effectively, problem solve
Applicants with culturally diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER