Substitute Elementary School Counselor (Long-Term Substitute)

Position Type :

Student Support Services / Counselor - Elementary

Date Posted : 11 / 14 / 2025

Location :

PRA K-8 Building Substitute Elementary School Counselor (Long-Term Substitute) Job Description

The Substitute Elementary School Counselor is a temporary, long-term substitute position that supports the counseling department during the absence of the full-time Elementary School Counselor. This role plays an important part in maintaining continuity of Character Education, student support services, and academic guidance for K-5 students. The substitute counselor will collaborate with staff, parents, and administrators to ensure that students' social, emotional, and academic needs are met in alignment with Prospect Ridge Academy's Mission and Vision.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Implement and support Character Education lessons and activities.
• Demonstrate empathy, understanding, and professionalism when working with students.
• Provide short-term social, emotional, and academic counseling support to students.
• Meet with individual students or small groups as directed by administration.
• Communicate consistently and effectively with students, parents, teachers, and staff.
• Support teachers and administration in addressing student needs and promoting positive behavior.
• Assist with K-5 Character assemblies, service-learning projects, and other scheduled student programs.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to PRA policies and procedures.
• Document student interactions and referrals as appropriate.
• Attend and participate in RtI, PST, IEP, and 504 meetings when requested.
• Follow established communication pathways and school counseling protocols.
• Collaborate with teachers, specialists, and administrators to ensure seamless student support in the counselor's absence.
• Complete other related duties as assigned by the school principal.

Education and Related Work Experience

Skills and Abilities

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Reporting Relationship

Hiring Range : $23.75 per hour

Compensation & Benefits

Prospect Ridge Academy offers a comprehensive total compensation package for employees working 0.75 FTE or greater, including :

Employees working less than 0.75 FTE are eligible for PERA retirement contributions and paid holidays.