What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grades K-6 Guidance Counselor position at Union Day School?
2025-26 K-6 School Guidance CounselorUnion Day School is seeking a compassionate, student-focused K-6 School Guidance Counselor to support the academic, social-emotional, and developmental needs of our elementary students. This position will also oversee 504 Plan coordination and serve as the McKinney-Vento liaison, ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations while advocating for students experiencing homelessness. Key Responsibilities : School Counseling & Student Support : Provide individual and group counseling to support students' emotional, academic, and behavioral development. Implement a comprehensive school counseling program based on the NC Comprehensive School Counseling Standard Conduct classroom guidance lessons on social-emotional learning, conflict resolution, and career awareness. Assist in crisis intervention and develop strategies to support students facing personal challenges. Collaborate with teachers, staff, and families to develop strategies that foster student success. Participates in professional development activities to improve knowledge and skills. Uses available technology resources to enhance the school counseling program. Adheres to laws, policies, procedures, and ethical standards of the school counseling profession. 504 Plan Coordination : Manage and oversee the Section 504 process, ensuring compliance with federal and state guidelines. Facilitate 504 eligibility meetings, annual reviews, and reevaluations. Develop and maintain accurate documentation for all 504 plans. Serve as the primary point of contact for teachers, parents, and staff regarding student accommodations. McKinney-Vento Liaison : Identify and support students experiencing homelessness under the McKinney-Vento Act. Ensure compliance with federal and state laws regarding the education of homeless youth. Provide outreach and resources to families to remove barriers to education (transportation, school supplies, etc.). Collaborate with local agencies and community partners to provide additional support for students and families. Accountability Conducts a yearly program audit to review the extent of program implementation and effectiveness. Collects and analyzes data to guide program direction and emphasis. Measures results of the comprehensive school counseling program activities and shares results as appropriate with relevant stakeholders. Monitors student academic performance, behavior, and attendance and facilitates appropriate interventions. Performs related duties as assigned. Education and Experience : Master's Degree in school counseling from an accredited college or university, or School counseling licensure : NC licensure in school counseling (Department of Public Instruction license) Preferred : At least (1) year experience as a school counselor Charter school experience
