ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELOR - HARWOOD & EASTWOOD ELEMENTARY (SPLIT POSITION)
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL COUNSELOR - HARWOOD & EASTWOOD ELEMENTARY (SPLIT POSITION)
West Fargo Public Schools is looking for an elementary school counselor to join our team! We are looking for a dynamic counselor to support Eastwood and Harwood Elementary schools!
POSITION: Elementary School Counselors – West Fargo Public Schools
Eastwood .6FTE, Harwood .4FTE = 1.0FTE
TERM: 188-day contract beginning at the start of the 2023-2024 School Year
SUMMARY: The school counselor will be responsible for the implementation of a comprehensive school counseling program that focuses on learner outcomes, teaching learner competencies, and providing services to learners, parents, educators, and the community. This will include bi-weekly classroom lessons, individual and small group social skill lessons, providing classroom educator support, and supporting the MTSS team to meet learners' social and emotional needs. The school counselor will be responsible for learners in grades K-5 and work collaboratively with administration.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- ND Teaching License with School Counselor Credential K-12
- Master's Degree in School Counseling
- Ability to develop positive and meaningful relationships with learners and families
- Experience working with complex learner behaviors preferred
- Experience working in an elementary school setting preferred
- Prior counseling experience preferred
SALARY: Commensurate with experience and education level, the position will follow the 2023-2024 Teachers' Salary Schedule, once released. In the interim, refer to the 2022-2023 Teachers' Salary Schedule. In addition, the WFPS District funds the entire 11.75% employee contribution to TFFR, as well as the 12.75% employer contribution.
DEADLINE: 6/14/2023 or Until Filled
Please complete the online application along with submitting your letter of interest, resume, three letters of recommendation, and appropriate transcripts/licensure.
*A portion of this position may be funded using grant dollars.
The West Fargo Public School District is committed to maintaining a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment in all employment and educational programs, activities, and facilities. The District prohibits discrimination and harassment based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, or other status protected by law. External applicants are eligible for ND Veteran's Preference: North Dakota veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a form DD214, and if claiming disabled veteran's status, a current letter of disability. West Fargo Public Schools is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusivity in all hiring and employment practices. Applicants who incorporate a holistic perspective and a commitment to inclusion are encouraged to apply.