Licensed School Counselor (K-8)
Summary
| Title: | Licensed School Counselor (K-8) |
|---|---|
| ID: | DE2 MEMPHIS COUNSEL |
| Department: | -Early Education- |
| Location: | Tennessee |
| City: | Memphis |
| Min Salary: | 39.2 |
| Max Salary: | 40.3 |
| Salary Type: | Hourly |
| Length: | 25-26 School Year |
Description
Shape the next generation from the ground up and be the advocate every student deserves! Cross Country Education is looking for a compassionate School Counselor to empower K-8 learners in the heart of Memphis, TN. From guiding middle schoolers through high school transitions to implementing restorative practices, you will drive the success of young learners in a rewarding, fast-paced environment. Join us and turn your passion for student advocacy into measurable community impact!
Position Overview:
- Deliver classroom guidance and individual counseling focused on social-emotional learning (SEL), conflict resolution, and crisis intervention for students in grades K-8.
- Serve as the primary Case Manager for 504 plans and lead Student Support Team (SST) and RTI meetings to ensure academic and behavioral interventions are data-driven.
- Monitor attendance and behavior data to implement truancy protocols (SART) and facilitate high school transition planning for middle school students.
- Act as a liaison between the school and outside agencies while providing professional development to staff on critical topics like child abuse reporting and restorative practices.
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in School Counseling
- Valid Tennessee (or state reciprocity) PreK-12 School Counselor endorsement (Required)
- 2+ years of experience serving K-8 student populations in a school setting (Preferred)
Why Make a Move with Cross Country Education?
- Top Compensation: Earn a competitive rate of $39.20 - $40.30 per hour, based on your experience and qualifications as a School Counselor, with weekly pay and opportunities for bonuses and incentives.
- Generous Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, and a 401(k) match to support long-term financial goals.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy full-time scheduling with 40 hours per week and paid sick leave.
Cross Country Education provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type regarding race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Direct-Ed-IND2
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