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Date of Availability: 08/01/2025
Date Closing: 04/14/2025
School Counselor – Pipestone Area Elementary
JOB DESCRIPTION: Pipestone Area Elementary School is seeking a dedicated and student-focused School Counselor to support students' academic, social-emotional, and career development.
QUALIFICATIONS
* Bachelor’s/Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in a counseling-related field.
* Holds or is eligible to obtain a Minnesota teaching certificate with appropriate endorsement.
* Expertise in counseling methodologies and educational best practices.
* Strong data analysis and student progress monitoring skills.
* Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding student counseling services.
* High-level organizational and communication skills.
* Ability to effectively engage with students, parents, and staff.
* Willingness to participate in Pipestone Area Schools' culture and community.
* Collaborative mindset with a strong commitment to teamwork.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
* Lead a comprehensive counseling program that addresses students’ academic, social, and emotional needs.
* Develop and deliver high-quality lessons and interventions aligned with district goals.
* Conduct individual and small-group counseling to support student well-being.
* Assess and monitor students’ social-emotional development and mental health needs.
* Work closely with staff to implement Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports.
* Partner with teachers, administrators, and parents to create student success plans.
* Actively participate in mentoring, instructional coaching, and professional development to strengthen counseling curriculum and services.
* Maintain accurate records, documentation, and data tracking.
* Support school-wide initiatives, including Character Education and social awareness programs.
* Assist the Principal with student supervision and school-wide support.
* Communicate effectively to build strong relationships with students and families.
* Facilitating peer relationships, social skills development, and conflict resolution.
SUPERVISION
* Reports to the building principal.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES
* Visit the District website for current extracurricular openings.
COMPENSATION
* Certified staff are compensated according to the current master agreement. Salary range is $47,000- $80,000 and benefits include health/health saving account contribution, life insurance, Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST) leave days and 403B match. Voluntary benefits offered at employees cost are dental, vision, supplemental life, Long-term disability, legal shield, and AFLAC.
APPLICATION PROCESS
* Complete the online application. Position remains open April 14, 2025.
Pipestone Area Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Start Your Online Application NowDate of Availability:
08/01/2025Date Closing:
04/14/2025School Counselor – Pipestone Area Elementary
JOB DESCRIPTION: Pipestone Area Elementary School is seeking a dedicated and student-focused School Counselor to support students' academic, social-emotional, and career development.
QUALIFICATIONS
Expertise in counseling methodologies and educational best practices.
Strong data analysis and student progress monitoring skills.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding student counseling services.
High-level organizational and communication skills.
Ability to effectively engage with students, parents, and staff.
Willingness to participate in Pipestone Area Schools' culture and community.
Collaborative mindset with a strong commitment to teamwork.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead a comprehensive counseling program that addresses students’ academic, social, and emotional needs.
Develop and deliver high-quality lessons and interventions aligned with district goals.
Conduct individual and small-group counseling to support student well-being.
Assess and monitor students’ social-emotional development and mental health needs.
Work closely with staff to implement Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports.
Partner with teachers, administrators, and parents to create student success plans.
Actively participate in mentoring, instructional coaching, and professional development to strengthen counseling curriculum and services.
Maintain accurate records, documentation, and data tracking.
Support school-wide initiatives, including Character Education and social awareness programs.
Assist the Principal with student supervision and school-wide support.
Communicate effectively to build strong relationships with students and families.
Facilitating peer relationships, social skills development, and conflict resolution.
SUPERVISION
EXTRA-CURRICULAR OPPORTUNITIES
COMPENSATION
Certified staff are compensated according to the current master agreement. Salary range is $47,000- $80,000 and benefits include health/health saving account contribution, life insurance, Earned Safe and Sick Time (ESST) leave days and 403B match. Voluntary benefits offered at employees cost are dental, vision, supplemental life, Long-term disability, legal shield, and AFLAC.
APPLICATION PROCESS
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