Elementary School Counselor
Job Summary
Counselors provide services to students in three major areas: academic, personal/social, and career development. Counselors assist students with individual problem solving, decision making, and coping skills. While emphasis is on prevention, counselors may also deal with crisis intervention.
School Year: 2022-2023
Location: Midnight Sun Elementary School
Salary: Determined by the FEA Negotiated Agreement (2021-2022 Salary Schedule)
Contract Length: Minimum of 184 Days
Date Available: 8/10/2022
This position offers an excellent benefits package including:
- Accrued sick and personal leave
- Medical, dental, vision, and audio
- Retirement (TRS)
Job Qualifications
- Type C Special Service Certificate with an endorsement in school counseling.
- Must have recent experience at the appropriate grade level, this experience may include teaching experience, counseling, completion of a practicum, or other relevant educational or employment experiences.
- Must be aware of regulations in effect regarding Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973/ADA relating to students with disabilities, and district procedures for referral, evaluation, and accomodation.
- Must possess some knowledge of content, curriculum, methods and materials of grade level(s) of instructional specialty(ies).
- Good knowledge of child growth and development.
- Some knowledge of school program studies related to assignments.
- Ability to utilize multimedia and computer technology as appropriate.
- Ability to utilize positives and effective student discipline procedures.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, and community members.
- Skills in oral and written communication.
- Excellent human relations skills.
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Closing Date: 5/15/2022
Note: Unless otherwise stated, all vacancies with a specific closing date close at 9:00pm Alaska Time.
External applicants are required to submit an application, cover letter, resume, and transcripts, and copy of Alaska teaching certificate.