Counselor - Elementary School
Los Angeles, CA
Student Support Services /
Full-time /
On-site
The mission of Equitas Academy Charter Schools is to provide a structured, achievement-based community that prepares students to graduate from four-year colleges and universities. Equitas Academy has been recognized as a California Distinguished School and Gold Ribbon School by the California Department of Education because of our commitment to data-driven instruction and providing a rigorous and equitable education for all students.
To help us achieve our mission, we are seeking a school counselor. The Counselor will develop and support the social-emotional and academic well-being of all scholars to be successful in elementary school and to be prepared for success in college. The counselor develops strategies and implements activities to address the needs of the scholars, consults and collaborates with school teams, and works with families to support scholar success.
The Counselor will report to the School Principal.
Responsibilities
- MTSS:
- Counselors will lead Tiered SEL and Mental Health Support
- Ensures tier 1, 2, and 3 supports are being appropriately implemented for all scholars
- Collaborate with administration and teacher leaders to ensure prioritization of Tier 1 supports
- Support with Universal screeners and Needs assessments
- Collaborates with teachers and staff to provide tiered social/emotional supports in the classroom
- Supports the development and implementation of social-emotional learning programs
- Supports the implementation of restorative practices across the campus.
- Conduct frequent Walkthroughs of Morning meeting/advisory/SEL Blocks
- Meet regularly with SEL Lead/Grade Level Leads to support SEL during instruction
- Support with implementation of a Tier 1 Framework
- Connect Tier 1 to school-wide initiatives and PD
- Lead PD on implementation of Tier 1 supports
- Connect with external providers for Tier 1 PD opportunities
- Provides in-service training in learning, child development, and child management to parents, teachers, administrators and other professionals and paraprofessionals
- Lead SEL Groups based on data from need’s assessment
- Attend and assist SST meetings when needed and apply applicable services and observations
- Classroom support focused in social skills within the classroom setting
- Support with additional Tier 2 interventions in collaboration with teacher/parent
- Provides DIS counseling services for scholars on IEP counseling caseload
- Develops and documents IEP Goals and Presents Levels of Performance in the areas of social and emotional functioning
- Participates in IEP meetings, Annual Reviews, Triennial Reviews, and any other necessary school meetings
- Provides 1:1 Short term counseling
- Conducts classroom observations to gather data and insight into the behaviors of scholars on the caseload.
- Maintains up to date, accurate, and confidential counseling files, including record keeping in Welligent
- Provides Crisis Intervention Services to scholars as needed
- Conducts risk assessments as necessary, and mobilize appropriate support
- Develops and supports school staff, scholars, parents, and families in implementing scholar safety plans including Re-Entry meetings
- Serves as a member of the Crisis Response Team
- Serves on the school’s leadership team to connect SEL Tier 1 support to school wide initiatives and Professional Development
- Participate as an active member of the school’s COST team and leadership team convenings (Admin meetings, Instructional leadership team, grade level meetings)
- Effectively communicates knowledge and ideas orally and in writing; maintains effective interpersonal relationships and communication in the professional setting
- Supports the team with parent engagement and parent workshops
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested by the appropriate administrator
- Community with ELOP Coordinator and After School Team about incidents in the school day to build continuity of care
- Clearly communicate priorities to school site staff and leadership team
Tier 1:
Classroom Instruction:
School-Wide Initiatives:
Tier 2
Tier 3:
Crisis Supports:
Leadership/Other:
Qualifications and Experience
- Master’s degree in counseling required
- Pupil Personnel Services credential required
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to develop relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders
- Bilingual Spanish strongly preferred
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Salary range starts at $70,000.
Commitment to Diversity
Equitas Academy is actively seeking to build a diverse and experienced team of educators. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Position Contingencies:
This position is funded through a Community Schools Grant funded through 2028
