Santa Fe Public Schoolsposted 10 days ago
$60,000 - $70,000/Yr
Full-time • Entry Level
Santa Fe, NM
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
About the position
The School Counselor - Elementary position at Santa Fe Public Schools involves developing and implementing a comprehensive school counseling and guidance program that aligns with the district's mission and goals. The counselor will provide academic, career, and personal/social guidance to elementary school students, integrating the ASCA National Model. Responsibilities include delivering classroom guidance lessons, referring students to resources, and supporting student success and achievement.
Responsibilities
- Implements the elementary school counseling and guidance program.
- Delivers structured developmental grade-level guidance curriculum that aligns with the ASCA National Standards.
- Provides data-driven interventions and strategies for student academic, career, and personal/social needs.
- Provides academic guidance to elementary school students.
- Develops and implements grade-level career interest/life planning/college awareness activities.
- Provides personal and social support to students and parents.
- Facilitates appropriate referrals to community mental health agencies and support services.
- Participates in Wellness Team and Crisis/Safety Team.
- Serves on school and community committees addressing the needs of youth.
- Assists with problem solving on student needs.
- Attends relevant IEP, SAT, RTI, 504 meetings.
- Models and encourages awareness and respect for the cultural diversity of students, families, and staff.
- Maintains current New Mexico School Counselor license and professional membership in the American School Counselor Association or New Mexico School Counselor Association.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Counseling with 15 graduate hours in School Counseling.
- Current School Counselor License from the New Mexico Public Education Department.
- Working Knowledge of ASCA National Model.
Nice-to-haves
- Previous experience working with the ASCA National Model.
Benefits
- Salary Range: Tier 2 License: $60,000+, Tier 3 License: $70,000+
- May increase with verified years of relevant experience/education.
