The Kingston K-14 School District is looking for an outstanding individual to fill a Guidance Counselor position for the Primary/Elementary building for the 2026-2027 school year.  The district offers competitive pay and benefits. We honor all years of experience from other districts on our salary schedule. There are opportunities to earn additional salary (coaching, after-school tutoring, and an after-school program). We have an on-site daycare for children ages 1 and up.

JOB TITLE: Elementary Counselor

QUALIFICATIONS

• Meet all legal requirements established by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education for an Elementary Counselor's certificate.
• Successful experience in education, with a minimum of two years as a classroom teacher
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board of Education may find appropriate.

REPORTS TO: Building Principal and Director of Student Services

JOB GOAL: To implement a comprehensive guidance program for the students in grades K-5 that includes a guidance curriculum, individual planning, responsive services, and system support.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

I. Guidance Curriculum and Instruction

1. Implement the elementary guidance curriculum as approved by the Board of Education.
   
   
2. Conduct planned guidance learning activities in collaboration with administration and faculty.
   
   
3. Assist teachers in integrating guidance activities into the regular classroom curriculum.
   
   
4. Introduce students to concepts of career awareness and exploration.
   
   
5. Promote student self-awareness and understanding of individual strengths and abilities.
   
   
6. Educate students regarding the relationship between educational achievement and future career opportunities.
   
   
7. Provide resources and materials to support career awareness and exploration initiatives.

II. Counseling Services

1. Provide individual and small group counseling to students as needed.
   
   
2. Address developmental and situational concerns, including but not limited to:
   
   
• Peer relationships
  
  
• Family issues
  
  
• Behavioral concerns
  
  
• Academic challenges
  
  
• Substance abuse prevention
  
  
• Child abuse awareness and reporting

      3.  Refer students with significant concerns to appropriate community agencies in consultation with parents/guardians and administration.

III. Student Advocacy and Support Services

1. Serve as an advocate for students in collaboration with school personnel.
   
   
2. Assist in the identification and placement of students in appropriate educational programs, including Special Education, Gifted Education, 504 Plans, and other support services.
   
   
3. Participate as a team member in the implementation of district and building-level testing programs.
   
   
4. Interpret group assessment results for faculty and staff.
   
   
5. Participate in staffings, multidisciplinary team meetings, and related conferences.

IV. Consultation and Collaboration

1. Consult with teachers, staff, and parents regarding the developmental needs of students.
   
   
2. Conduct and participate in conferences with students, parents/guardians, and faculty.
   
   
3. Collaborate with school personnel, including psychologists, nurses, and administrators.
   
   
4. Consult and coordinate with community agencies, including mental health providers, physicians, and social service organizations.

V. Program Development, Evaluation, and Community Relations

1. Coordinate and participate in activities that contribute to the effective operation of the school.
   
   
2. Develop and promote public awareness of the school counseling program.
   
   
3. Communicate guidance initiatives through local media and community presentations as appropriate.
   
   
4. Evaluate and revise the building guidance program in collaboration with staff and administration.

VI. Professional Responsibilities

1. Pursue ongoing professional growth and development.
   
   
2. Attend state and local staff development programs.
   
   
3. Maintain active membership in appropriate professional organizations (e.g., MSCA, AACD, ASCA).
   
   
4. Participate in workshops, conferences, and post-graduate coursework to maintain certification and professional competence.

VII. Additional Duties

Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the Superintendent, Principal, or other administrative personnel.

EVALUATION: The performance of this job will be evaluated using a performance-based system in accordance with the Board of Education Policy for certificated personnel.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Salary, workday, and year to be established by the Board of Education. Counselors will be

employed fifteen additional days beyond the normal teaching contract year (195/180). If starting in Year 3 (with a Master's as stated in the qualifications) and contracted at 185 days, starting pay could be approximately $48,316.