Position:
Elementary School Counselor
Type:
Public
Location:
Suburban
Job ID:
128235
County:
Southwest Maricopa
Posted:
April 10, 2025
Contact Information:
Western Valley Elementary School
6250 W. Durango St
Phoenix, AZ 85043
District Website
Contact:
Jennifer Quirk
Phone: 623-707-2100
Fax:
District Email
Job Description:
Looking for a compassionate and enthusiastic school counselor!
Job posting here- https://fowler.schoolspring.com/?jobid=5091219
Other:
Description: The School Counselor helps students adjust academically, socially, and emotionally to a school environment. He/she is responsible for providing intervention strategies and programs to the administration and staff that reduces behavior issues and student absences while increasing academics success and creating a positive school experience for all students.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree School Guidance and Counseling program
- Master’s degree in a School Guidance and Counseling program is desired
- Arizona Guidance Counselor Certification
- Valid Arizona Driver’s License is required
- Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card
- Experience with diverse student populations
- Knowledge of child development
- Knowledge of behavior management strategies and techniques
- Must be capable of developing effective behavior management programs
- Knowledge of conflict resolution and problem solving techniques
- Knowledge of District policies, procedures, organizational structure and school requirements
- Strong knowledge of the English language including reading, writing and oral communication with extensive skills in spelling, punctuation and grammar
- Knowledge of Spanish including reading, writing and oral communication is desired
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with students, parents, staff and administration
- Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions
- Strong problem solving and decision-making skills
- Must be capable of working under pressure and dealing with several assignments concurrently regarding a variety of issues
- Knowledge of technology including computers (Word, Excel), copiers, fax machines and other applicable office equipment
- Must be an energetic, highly ethical and possess good emotional and physical health
- Optional flexible work hours to perform necessary duties
- Experience as a school counselor is preferred