Elementary Counselor

Elementary Counselor TeachIowa Easton Valley Community School District – Preston, Iowa Job Details Job ID: 5744022 Application Deadline: Jun 13, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC) Posted: May 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Easton Valley Community School District is seeking a highly motivated, quality applicant for a full-time Elementary Counselor position for the 2026-2027 school year. Easton Valley is located approximately 35 miles south of Dubuque and 40 miles north of the Quad Cities. The counselor works cooperatively with parents, teachers, administrators, and the community to provide needed social/emotional support and direction to students. The Elementary Counselor will report to the secondary Principal. Education Valid Iowa Teaching License License Endorsement: Professional Counselor Appropriate B.O.E.E. Licensure Essential Functions of the Role A belief that each learner can achieve at high levels. Desire and ability to work with students at the specified age level with diverse backgrounds and levels of ability toward accomplishing their educational goals. Ability to organize tasks and manage time to meet many and varied deadlines and communicate effectively with students, parents, school administrators and other staff, including discussion of sensitive topics. Ability to communicate within the structure of the organization as well as the community. Clearly articulate goals and expectations to adults and students. Knowledge of the district organization structure and function, and laws, rules and regulations pertaining to the position. Working knowledge of the CCTC partnership. Interest in participating and seeking out professional learning opportunities, implementing strategies and showing a reflective nature to grow professionally. Effective record-keeping and organizational skills. Experience with JMC and course scheduling. School Counselor Job Responsibilities Advise and counsel students regarding academic, educational, and short-term social and emotional problems. Remain universally accessible and make an effort to know every student for whom you are responsible. Provide individual student planning and responsive services to support students and their families regarding academic matters. Consult, facilitate, and maintain communication with parents, teachers, administrators, and pertinent agents on specific student and parent academic and educational matters, including academic modifications and/or accommodations. Provide feedback and recommend appropriate action and solutions for individual student academic and educational needs and abilities. Participate in data team meetings, identify students who may need targeted or intensive services, and coordinate with behavioral health specialists. Assist students and parents in understanding school policies and procedures. Provide brief counseling to address social and emotional concerns and appropriately refer students to behavioral health specialists. Coordinate with behavioral health specialists on developing and implementing student supports. Support and attend appropriate student activities and events. Provide crisis counseling in times of need. Schedule and facilitate all student intake meetings and provide orientation for new students, familiarizing students and families with building best practices and procedures. Manage student 504 plans. Be a team-oriented person. Maintain a working knowledge of the State Assessment testing program. Consult with educational specialists such as school psychologists, learning disabilities specialists, AEA specialists, social service, and mental health specialists. Application Materials Resume Copy of Teaching License and endorsement Three references Transcripts Letters of recommendation All application materials should be directed to Elementary Principal Austin Daniels at austin.daniels@eastonvalleycsd.com. Contact Information Kathy Meier, HR Director Easton Valley Community School District Phone: 563-689-4221 Email: kathy.meier@eastonvalleycsd.com Equal Opportunity Employer Easton Valley School is an EOE/AA. J-18808-Ljbffr