Elementary School Counselor

Dayforce

Elementary School Counselor supporting K-5 students’ academic, emotional, and social development. Collaborating with staff and families, providing one-on-one and group counseling programs.

Posted 7/28/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in school counseling with a focus on academic, emotional, and developmental support for students. Proficient in implementing group counseling programs and utilizing educational technology tools to enhance student engagement and outcomes.

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Master’s Degree In School CounselingActive School Counseling Certification3+ Years Experience In School CounselingGroup Program ImplementationStrong Interpersonal Communication Skills

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Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsWritten Communication SkillsVerbal Communication SkillsAnalytical AbilitiesOrganizational Abilities

Tools & Technologies

G SuiteLearning Management SystemsStudent Information SystemsWord Processing

Certifications & Qualifications

Active School Counseling Certification

Industry Keywords

Student Support SystemsSocial-Emotional DevelopmentAcademic CounselingGroup Counseling ProgramsConfidentiality

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Respond to students’ academic and social-emotional needs with developmentally appropriate interventions.
Assess student abilities, interests, and achievements to support self-understanding and guide middle school planning.
Plan and implement group counseling programs informed by student needs and measurable objectives.
Provide one-on-one counseling sessions to support academic, emotional, and developmental growth.
Build strong, proactive relationships with students, parents, teachers, staff, and administrators through various communication platforms (email, phone, video conferencing).
Collaborate with the Lower School Dean, K–5 faculty, and advisors to establish holistic student support systems.
Work closely with 6–8 and college counselors to ensure vertical alignment of the school counseling program, with a focus on transitions into online learning and middle school.
Lead live, monthly webinar sessions for students and families, addressing academic, career, and social-emotional development.
Contribute to enrollment and retention efforts by participating in virtual open houses and re-enrollment discussions.
Create and distribute communications (such as newsletters) that address student and family needs.
Use student data to identify programming priorities and evaluate effectiveness.
Participate actively and professionally in school-wide meetings, events, and communications, including some evening virtual events.
Engage in continuous professional development and self-assessment to enhance counseling practices.
Maintain confidentiality related to students, families, staff, and school operations.
Perform additional counseling-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in school counseling or a related field
Active School Counseling certification, with a commitment to ongoing compliance with state and local credentialing and background check requirements
Minimum of 3 years of experience working with elementary-aged students in a school counseling or educational support role
Proven ability to implement group programs with measurable outcomes
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
Proficient with educational technology tools, including word processing, G Suite, Learning Management Systems, and Student Information Systems
Strong analytical, evaluative, and organizational abilities

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid holidays and sick days
401k plan with company match
Tuition discounts for your children
Professional development
Education reimbursement and partnerships