Elementary Summer Counselor
GENERAL INFORMATION
Title: Elementary Summer Counselor Department: C&I
Salary Grade: $26.
00 hr
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Site/Location: HES, LES, TCM, PES Reports to: Coordinator of Extended Learning Date: 03/15/2024
POSITION SUMMARY
To support elementary students develop skills in the areas of personal/social growth, educational planning, career and vocational development; on-call for Threat Assessments, as required by law.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with various stakeholders, including students, families, staff, and division colleagues.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, and adjust and adapt instructional strategies swiftly given the short duration of summer programs.
Provides group guidance activities in order to provide information, skill building, opportunities for personal growth and development, orientation, and assistance in decision-making for enrichment.
Provides an opportunity for individual counseling (one-on-one) and group counseling (growth engendering or remedial).
Works in cooperation with other school personnel in identifying students with special needs.
Performs other duties as assigned by the summer administrator.
LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES
Personal Competencies
Honesty
Integrity
Ethical
Equity Minded
Emotional Intelligence
Cultural Competence
Safety
Quality
Leadership Competencies
Models Excellent Customer Service
Thinks Strategically
Shows Initiative
Acts Decisively
Communicates Effectively
Works Collaboratively
Resolves Conflict Proactively
Functional Competencies
Technical Capabilities
Computer Literacy
Data Analysis and Management
Fiscal Planning and Management
Project Management
Strategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master's degree in School Counseling, required.
Candidates must possess or be eligible for a Virginia Teacher's license in School Counseling PK-12.
Experience working in an elementary school environment.
CPR and First Aid instructed (see TalentEd)
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Evidence of efficacy and willingness to be a team player.
Ability to interact in a non-judgmental manner with culturally diverse populations and persons experiencing a wide range of social conditions.
Excellent organizational and communication skills.
Committed to the goals of the program and approach.
Knowledge of and experience with the Lynchburg City Schools organization, policies, and practice, preferred
Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, establishing and maintaining collaborative professional relationships
Strong time management skills (organization, prioritization, multitasking)
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
Proficiency with use of computers (desktop, laptop, tablet); and mobile devices (smartphone)
Solid knowledge and understanding of equitable practices that create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for LCS staff, students, and community members.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
The elementary counselor will create a work schedule to travel between the 4 elementary sites to provide teacher and student support based on identified needs; and, be on-call for Threat Assessment needs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
OTHER DUTIES
Staff Training Dates for Summer - June 12, 8a-4p @$15/hr, mandatory
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
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