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SCHOOL COUNSELOR
Sublimity K-8
2026-27 School Year

POSITION TYPE: Licensed
WORK DAYS: 190 regular work days (if August Start Date) 
PAY: Pay for the 2026-27 school year ranges from $48,925 to $94,049, plus 10 work days, resulting in a salary range of $51,500 to 98,998.  Placement is dependent on verifiable experience and education level.  We also cover your PERS contribution.

HIRING MANAGER: Ryan Westenskow, Principal - ryan.wesenskow@nsantiam.k12.or.us

 

Job Goal

The School Counselor at Sublimity K-8 School implements a comprehensive, data-driven school counseling program designed to improve student outcomes in academic achievement, career readiness, and social-emotional development. The counselor will utilize evidence-based practices and multi-tiered interventions (MTSS) to close opportunity gaps, foster a safe school climate, and ensure all students acquire the essential mindsets and behaviors for lifelong success.

Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to execute each requirement satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for the position.

  • Master’s Degree with a valid Oregon Counseling License issued through TSPC, OR Bachelor’s Degree with a Development Specialist Certificate issued through the State Department of Education.
  • Coursework/experience in the principles and practices of educational guidance, testing and measurement, psychology of learning, analysis of behavior in attitude change, group dynamics, and physical and mental development of the individual child.
  • Ability to provide quality counseling for all students referred by teachers, administrators, or parents.
  • Ability to facilitate social and emotional growth among students and to promote academic and overall positive school experiences.
  • Ability to assure that students have the opportunity to explore, develop, and express themselves intellectually, socially, and emotionally.
  • Ability to assist students in solving problems related to home, health, and emotional adjustments.
  • Ability to communicate with individuals of varied cultural and educational backgrounds.
  • Ability to work harmoniously with others and to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with students, parents, staff, and community agencies.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with student, staff, and/or parent information.

Physical Requirements include:

  • Moderate to extensive degree of physical and emotional stamina.
  • Frequent standing, walking, and sitting.
  • Frequent and prolonged talking/hearing conversations.
  • Possible exposure to bodily fluids due to student injury and illnesses.

Such an alternative to the above requirements as the School Board or the Administration may deem appropriate and acceptable.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

(Other duties may also be assigned)

  1. Assists and implements a guidance program following state and district goals that meet the individual needs and development of students.
  2. Participates in parent, teacher, and student conferences as requested and initiates such conferences as needed.
  3. Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student conduct and supports teaching staff in developing reasonable classroom procedures.
  4. Maintains accurate, complete, and confidential records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
  5. Participates in the development and implementation of an individualized education program (IEP) as requested.
  6. Coordinates 504 and TAG plans.
  7. Administers appropriate tests to students and coordinates or assists with the building testing program.
  8. Writes, implements, and assesses individual student action plans as needed.
  9. Provides individual and group sessions to assist in peer relations, behavioral change, and self-understanding.
  10. Provides consultation services to school staff related to major concepts of a preventative approach.
  11. Plan instruction and teach guidance lessons.
  12. Develops and maintains open lines of communication between the school and home.
  13. Coordinates student and family needs with community resources (Mental Health, ESD, etc.).
  14. Makes referrals to other agencies as appropriate.
  15. Keeps abreast of laws, rules, policies, and trends regarding guidance and counseling.
  16. Strives to maintain and improve professional competence through ongoing professional development.
  17. Attends staff meetings and serves on committees as requested.
  18. Initiates and maintains communication with colleagues.
  19. Supports school staff in implementing plans to support the social-emotional and behavioral needs of students.
  20. Maintains a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality.
  21. Act as a friendly ambassador of the North Santiam School District.
  22. Perform such other tasks as may seem to be appropriate to the Board or Administration.

School Culture & Mission

Sublimity School is a unique K-8 school located approximately 20 minutes east of Salem, Oregon. While our students often perform well on standardized tests and other academic measurements, our primary goal is to help them perform well in life. We are fortunate to have the support of a very involved community, which is often reflected by the involvement and financial support provided by our PTC. Our staff believes in setting high expectations for students, taking time to create intentional relationships within our community, and mentoring each other. We offer peer leadership opportunities, parent/family support, involvement, and experienced administration.

Sublimity is AVID School-Wide Certified and focuses on culturally relevant teaching practices, equity and belonging, and building relational capacity with our students. Our campus promotes a learning environment that fosters collaboration in which both students and staff are reflective in their practice to build confidence in our students and provide them with the best opportunities to become productive citizens. All staff are charged with the responsibility of providing a safe, friendly, and welcoming place for our students to learn. We hold the belief that ALL students are OUR students. We commit to remaining visible throughout our school building. It is the administration and school counselor’s responsibility to work towards building positive relationships with ALL students.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Bonding, and/or Testing

  1. Valid Oregon Teaching License or Child Development Specialist Certificate.
  2. Possess a valid First Aid card if required.
  3. Possess a valid Oregon Driver’s License if required.
  4. Bloodborne Pathogens Training/Hepatitis B Shot Series Training if required.

Terms of Employment & Evaluation

  • Physical Demands/Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
  • Terms: Days and hours to be arranged, with salary according to the current schedule.
  • Evaluation: Following the probationary period, performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with Board policy on evaluation of licensed personnel.