Elementary School Counselor - Leupp

FLAGSTAFF UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1

Position Description

Position Title : Elementary School Counselor

Supervisor : School Administrator / Director of Student Support Services

Department / Location : Leupp Elementary School

2025-2026 School Year : 1.0 FTE; Start Date August 10, 2025; Flagstaff Public Schools offers competitive wages plus a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance, AZ state retirement and paid sick leave.

Leupp Elementary School is located 45 miles east of Flagstaff, AZ. We are seeking a passionate team player to work with our wonderful students and staff at Leupp. We are a collaborative team who places students' needs as the cornerstone of all school decisions. We have an underlying belief that all our students have the opportunity to excel and achieve. Our membership with "No Excuse University" proves our commitment that all our children are capable of attending college. We need a team member who is college crazy and an individual who shares the dream of every child being able to succeed. We invite you to come join our team at Leupp! Assignment to Leupp supplemental compensation of $2500.00.

OVERVIEW :

The position of school counselor prepares all students for success through direct and indirect student services. The position is responsible for leadership, advocacy, and collaboration within the school to implement a preventative, proactive school counseling program, which adheres to the ethical and professional standards as outlined by the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model (2012). The position will promote student success which addresses academic, career and social-emotional needs of students.

Candidates must complete an on-line application which requires appropriate Arizona certification, valid Arizona fingerprint clearance card, three letters of recommendation, and transcript of credits.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• Valid Arizona State School Counselor Certification required. Applicants must have on file in the Human Resources Department a copy of the appropriate valid certificate or evidence of eligibility to be appropriately certified by the Arizona Department of Education.
• Valid fingerprint clearance card from the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
• Master's Degree in School Guidance and Counseling.

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NOTE : The ideal candidate for this position will have, at time of application, a valid IVP fingerprint clearance card and the appropriate Arizona Department of Education certificate as stated in this job announcement. However, if you choose to apply, but have not yet met the certification criteria as outlined above, your application may still be considered. Applications may be set to "qualified" status to allow the site administrator the ability to review applications immediately. Therefore, you will not receive any verification email from HR, advising your application has been accepted. If you are selected for an interview, please be ready to share with the administrator, where you are in the process of attaining your valid Arizona Department of Education Certificate.

LETTER OF INTENT : If you choose to apply, but have not yet met the certification criteria as outlined above, your application may still be considered. If you are recommended for a position, you may be offered a "Letter of Intent to Recommend for a Contract" notification. Please note that a Letter of Intent is not a binding offer of employment and no employment contract between you and the District exists until such time as the District Governing Board approves the issuance of an employment contract at a public meeting. The Intent to Hire remains in effect until all certification requirements are met. (Deadline to meet all requirements : June 30, 2025 ). Should you not meet this deadline, administrators will be given the option to re-post the position to interview more candidates OR request an extension of the deadline date. Note : All who apply will automatically be put into "qualified" status to allow the site administrator the ability to review your application immediately. Therefore, you will not receive any verification email from HR, advising your application has been pushed through.

All employees are subject to a criminal background check. The Flagstaff Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, gender expression, sexual orientation, military status, age, national origin, or disability. Offers of employment, contingent upon funding. Missing documents may result in your application not moving forward in the process.

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