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Raymore-Peculiar School District

Elementary School Counselor - School Year

Raymore-Peculiar School District, Peculiar, MO, United States


Position Type:
2025-2026 Other Certified Positions/School Counselor

Date Posted:
12/18/2024

Location:
Eagle Glen Elementary

Date Available:
08/2025

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled
Raymore-Peculiar School District is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Elementary School Counselor to join our dynamic team for the 2025-2026 school year! Our ideal candidate will work closely with students, teachers, and families to promote the academic, social, and emotional well-being of our young learners. This role involves providing individual and group counseling, developing school-wide programs, and collaborating with staff and parents to foster a positive and inclusive school environment.The qualified candidate should hold valid Missouri Certificate for K-5 Counselor or eligibility to secure a provisional certification based on current enrollment in a university program.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Conduct individual and group counseling sessions for students to address social, emotional, behavioral, and academic concerns.
  • Design and deliver programs that promote mental health, social-emotional learning, and positive behavior across the school community.
  • Guide students in developing healthy coping strategies, problem-solving skills, self-awareness, and resilience.
  • Work closely with classroom teachers and school staff to identify student needs, provide classroom support, and share strategies to foster a supportive learning environment.
  • Engage with parents/guardians to address student concerns, provide resources, and strengthen the home-school partnership in supporting student well-being.
  • Respond to urgent situations as they arise, providing immediate support to students and collaborating with appropriate personnel for crisis management.
  • Keep accurate and confidential records of student counseling sessions, evaluations, and progress.
  • Connect students and families with external support services when additional help is needed.
  • Collaborate in school committees and attend staff meetings, contributing to a supportive and cohesive school community.
Competitive Salary and Benefits Package
  • Salary schedule placement acknowledging highest level of education and ALL years of previous experience as allowed by the salary schedule. (Counselors with a completed Master's Degree are placed on Column G - Master's + 16 hours).
  • Four additional paid days beyond base contract.
  • District paid employee medical, dental, and life insurance (with option to purchase coverage for spouse, children, or family).
  • Employee option to purchase voluntary benefits including vision insurance, short term disability, long term disability and other supplemental insurance policies.
  • 10 Days Paid Time Off per year.
  • District matched retirement contribution of 14.5% to Public School Retirement System (PSRS).