Preemployment Requirements:

• Must meet current Washington State mandates concerning COVID-19 as directed by the Governor of the State of Washington and/or Regional Health Director: Proof of COVID-19 vaccination, or request and approval of religious or medical accommodation.
• Must pass WSP/FBI background check.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid Educational Staff Associate (ESA) School Counselor certification for the State of Washington or certification in process through OSPI.
• Demonstrated strong skills and background in current trends, instructional methods and strategies in counseling students.
• Experience conducting large-group presentations and both small group and individual counseling sessions.
• Demonstrated experience with the 504 guidelines, and Special Education services and guidelines.
• Experience developing schedules and maintaining data (as related to counseling services).
• Demonstrated evidence of effectively working with students, parents and staff.
• Demonstrated experience using/implementing PBIS, or similar program.
• Advanced ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and through the use of technology.
• Candidate has not received notice of nonrenewal from the Ridgefield School District pursuant to RCW 28A.405.220

Preferred Qualifications:

• Successful experience implementing Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports systems, or similar behavioral system frameworks
• Knowledge and experience implementing student intervention systems and pre-referral (sped) processes
• Knowledge and experience facilitating social emotional learning school-wide and for targeted student populations
• Conflict mediation and resolution skills
• Knowledge and experience with restorative practices and discipline alternatives
• Successful experience as a part of a collaborative team with staff and administration 
• Successful experience providing individual guidance and support for middle level students

Essential Functions:

• Provide individual counseling with students.
• Consult and plan with teachers in areas of student behavior, learning challenges, and student achievement.
• Help design and participate in programs for at risk students.
• Develop and implement programs and services designed to meet the mental health needs of students.
• Coordinate school-wide PBIS program.
• Serve as point person for staff in reporting concerns of child abuse or neglect.
• Demonstrate continual development of counseling and planning capabilities to contribute toward meeting District goals and objectives.
• Schedule and facilitate parent and/or teacher conferences at the request of the student, teacher, parent or administration.
• Refer students (parents) to appropriate community agencies when needed.
• Plan and develop counseling services and participate in development of school programs which respond to the learning or social needs of the student.
• Keep abreast of new and innovative programs and communicate information to teachers, students, and parents.
• Provide classroom presentations of the personal development curriculum; such as social skills, conflict resolution, and coping.
• Participate as a member of the Building Leadership Team.
• Provide skill building, support, prevention, and intervention services for students.
• Provide assistance and support for student’s academic growth, character education and life skills.
• Consult with other professionals and student’s families.
• Conduct group counseling on selected common concerns.
• Work effectively and cooperatively with community, parents, teachers, administrators and support staff.
• Notify appropriate authority immediately in the event of any incident occurring on school premises.
• Perform related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the District.
• Follow State guidelines for a comprehensive counseling model at the elementary school level.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Adhere to ethical, legal and professional standards.
• Possess highly effective communication skills
• Ability to carry out District/building rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Possess competent record keeping skills.
• Possess WESPaC/Skyward student records skills.
• Possess competent organizational skills.
• Ability to work with others as part of a team and maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with students, parents, staff, and the general public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Consistent, reliable attendance according to established work schedule is required.
• Ability to attend pertinent workshops pertaining to position.

START DATE: 08/31/2022 with TRI days starting 8/23/2022.  

New teacher induction dates: 8/17, 8/18, 8/19, & 8/22. 

APPLY AT:  www.ridgefieldsd.org

                               Notice of Nondiscrimination

Ridgefield School District No.122 complies with all state and federal rules and regulations and provides equal opportunity in programs and employment and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin/language, marital status, HIV/Hepatitis C status, sex, sexual orientation-including gender expression or identity, creed, religion, age, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.  

Ridgefield School District will also take steps to assure that national origin persons who lack English language skills can participate in all education programs, services and activities. For information regarding translation services, bilingual education or inquiries regarding compliance procedures, contact Chris Griffith, Title IX/Section 504/ADA Coordinator, 510 Pioneer Street, Ridgefield, WA 98642, (360) 619-1304, or by email at chris.griffith@ridgefieldsd.org