Elementary School Counselor

Maricopa Unified School District #20

Human Resources

44150 W Maricopa/Casa Grande Highway

Maricopa, Arizona 85138

520.568.5100 - main number

POSITION TITLE: Elementary School Counselor

COMPENSATION: Salary based on Board Approved Certified Compensation Plan

CLASSIFICATION: Full Time Exempt

REPORTS TO: Principal

Position Summary

The Elementary Counselor will be responsible for planning, organizing, and delivering a

comprehensive school counseling program to support students’ academic, career, and

personal/social development. The counselor will collaborate with students, parents, staff, and the community to ensure student success and well-being.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Provides direct Student services, individual/group counseling services, and crisis intervention to assigned students
• Furnishes required reports to CPS, legal system and other involved agencies, as Necessary
• Classroom presentations
• Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings
• Provides consultation for school staff regarding mental health issues of clients (as appropriate)
• Conducts group counseling as necessary
• Other duties as assigned
• Implement responsive services to support students, parents, and staff, including crisis intervention, consultation, and referrals.
• Serve as a member of the District Crisis Response Team, Threat Assessment Team, and other safety-related teams as needed.
• Participate in IEP and 504 meetings and assist in implementing necessary accommodations and supports.
• Coordinate student transitions between elementary to middle school and middle school to high school to ensure a seamless academic progression.
• Use student performance data and assessment results to guide the development and implementation of the counseling program.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure compliance with FERPA and ASCA Ethical Standards.
• Educate and engage students and families regarding safety, mental health, and wellness initiatives.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in school counseling.
  
  

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of academic planning, career counseling, and personal/social development strategies.
• Understanding of crisis intervention techniques and referral processes. Ability to collaborate effectively with students, staff, families, and community partners.
• Strong knowledge of FERPA, ASCA, and professional ethical standards for school counselors.
• Skilled in data analysis to make informed decisions about counseling services.
  
  

Education/Experience

• Arizona Counseling Licensure as determined by the Arizona Department of Education
  
  

CLEARANCES: (A prospective employee must have the following clearances before servicing students.)

• Valid Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License (if required)
  
  

Additional Information

• Travel between school sites may be required.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
• Must be able to work collaboratively in a team-based environment.
  
  

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Maricopa Unified School District Does Not Discriminate On The Basis Of Race, Color, Religion, National Origin, Sex, Disability, Age Or Sexual Orientation In Admission And Access To Its Programs, Services, Activities, Or In Any Aspect Of Their Operations And Provides Equal Access To The Boy Scouts And Other Designated Youth Groups. The Maricopa Unified School District Also Does Not Discriminate In Its Hiring Or Employment Practices. The Following Employees Have Been Designated To Handle Inquiries Regarding The Nondiscrimination Policies

Title IX Coordinator

Assistant Superintendent Of Human Resources

Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Hwy Maricopa, AZ 85138

Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Email:tbeckett@musd20.org

Section 504/ADA Coordinator

Director of Exceptional Student Services

Address: 44150 W. Maricopa/Casa Grande Hwy Maricopa, AZ 85138

Telephone Number: 520-568-5100

Job descriptions and documentation requirements can be accessed and printed from our website at www.musd20.org