Wright State University
STEM School Elementary Counselor (K-5)
🇺🇸
Dayton, OH
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Full-Time
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TBD
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Other
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March 31st, 2026
K-12
K-5
Edtech.com's Summary
Wright State University is hiring a STEM School Elementary Counselor (K-5). The counselor will conduct individual and group counseling, deliver classroom lessons, consult with staff, support testing administration, and contribute to program development for the K-5 elementary community.
Highlights
- Provide academic support through individual meetings and classroom lessons.
- Conduct individual and small group counseling sessions for students and parents.
- Consult with teachers and staff to address student needs.
- Assist with organizing and administering standardized testing.
- Participate in program planning and evaluation alongside middle and high school counselors.
- Use continuous professional development through conferences and coursework.
- Must hold or obtain an Ohio Licensed School Counselor certification by August 1, 2026.
- Master's Degree required by August 1, 2026.
- Preferred two or more years experience as an elementary school counselor.
- Position is 100% FTE with State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) eligibility.
STEM School Elementary Counselor (K-5) Full Description
STEM School Elementary Counselor (K-5)
Position Information (Default Section)
EEO Statement | Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.
Faculty Rank or Job Title | STEM School Elementary Counselor (K-5)
Job Category: | Faculty/Instructional
Department | College of Health, Education and Human Services
EEO number: | 26Y187
Position FTE | 100%
Minimum Annual Salary |
Salary Band: | FA NA
Job Summary/Basic Function: | The Dayton Regional STEM School seeks a highly motivated individual to serve as school counselor for the K-5 elementary school.
Minimum Qualifications | Master’s Degree completed by August 1, 2026 Licensed School Counselor in Ohio or able to obtain alternative license by August 1, 2026 Excellent written and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications | Two or more years experience as an elementary school counselor
Essential Functions and percent of time: | Academic – 40%
• Conduct Individual meetings with students and parents
• Prepare and deliver classroom lessons based on determined needs
• Participate in team meetings with teachers
Individual and Small Group Counseling – 30%
• Conduct individual counseling with students/parents
• Serve as consultant to teachers and other staff members
• Plan and lead small group counseling sessions
Administrative Support and Program Development – 15%
Testing and Analysis – 10%
• Support the administrators with organization and administration of state and other standardized testing
Professional/Program Development – 5%
• Pursue continuous growth through attendance at regional conferences; read professional journals; take post-graduate courses
• In conjunction with the middle and high school counselors and administration, plan and evaluate the school counseling program, grades K-12
Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):
Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:
Working Conditions | Length of contract is one year contingent upon funding. Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply.
This position is State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) eligible.
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer at the final stage to verify whether a job applicant has a criminal record. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charges with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). A conviction is not an automatic barrier to employment.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employee.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Posting Date | 03/30/2026
First Consideration Date: |
Closing Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Faculty Rank or Job Title | STEM School Elementary Counselor (K-5)
Job Category: | Faculty/Instructional
Department | College of Health, Education and Human Services
EEO number: | 26Y187
Position FTE | 100%
Minimum Annual Salary |
Salary Band: | FA NA
Job Summary/Basic Function: | The Dayton Regional STEM School seeks a highly motivated individual to serve as school counselor for the K-5 elementary school.
Minimum Qualifications | Master’s Degree completed by August 1, 2026 Licensed School Counselor in Ohio or able to obtain alternative license by August 1, 2026 Excellent written and communication skills
Preferred Qualifications | Two or more years experience as an elementary school counselor
Essential Functions and percent of time: | Academic – 40%
• Conduct Individual meetings with students and parents
• Prepare and deliver classroom lessons based on determined needs
• Participate in team meetings with teachers
Individual and Small Group Counseling – 30%
• Conduct individual counseling with students/parents
• Serve as consultant to teachers and other staff members
• Plan and lead small group counseling sessions
Administrative Support and Program Development – 15%
Testing and Analysis – 10%
• Support the administrators with organization and administration of state and other standardized testing
Professional/Program Development – 5%
• Pursue continuous growth through attendance at regional conferences; read professional journals; take post-graduate courses
• In conjunction with the middle and high school counselors and administration, plan and evaluate the school counseling program, grades K-12
Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):
Non-Essential Functions and percent of time:
Working Conditions | Length of contract is one year contingent upon funding. Special contract terms and conditions of employment apply.
This position is State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) eligible.
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University before making an employment offer at the final stage to verify whether a job applicant has a criminal record. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charges with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). A conviction is not an automatic barrier to employment.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employee.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Posting Date | 03/30/2026
First Consideration Date: |
Closing Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
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