ECU Community School Counselor

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Position Information

Job Title ECU Community School Counselor Position Number 500179 Vacancy Open to All Candidates Department AAH COE ECUCS ECU Allocations Department Homepage https://education.ecu.edu/ecucs/ Advertising Department COLLEGE OF EDUCATION Division Academic Affairs Classification Title Counselor Working Title ECU Community School Counselor Number of Vacancies 1 Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0 Full Time or Part Time Full Time Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. $50,710 - $65,049 Position Location (City) Greenville Position Type Non-Faculty Job Category Non-Faculty Instructional & Research Organizational Unit Overview

The East Carolina University Community School involves cross campus collaboration to provide the students a spectrum of support and services to comprehensively address their academic, social-emotional, physical, and family/community needs. The school will include one class per grade level for kindergarten through 5th grade. The community school involves an integrated partnership with Pitt County Schools and will be housed within a local elementary school.

Job Duties

As a staff member within East Carolina University's College of Education, the Community School Counselor will collaborate with general educators to cultivate a culture of innovation that supports effective instructional and positive behavior interventions and supports/practices/strategies to promote academic and personal success for all students (including those with disabilities) in the school. Utilizing leadership, advocacy, and collaboration, school counselors promote student success, provide preventive services, and respond to identified student needs by implementing a comprehensive school counseling program that addresses academic, career, and personal/social development for all students. General Responsibilities include:

• Develop, implement and manage a comprehensive school counseling program.
• Create data driven goals and strategies that align with the school improvement plan.
• Integration of the Guidance Standard Course of Study within the school setting
• Consultation and collaboration with the IHC, community providers, teachers, parents and other educators.
• Demonstrate leadership, advocacy and collaboration throughout the school.
• Promote learning and a respectful environment for all of students.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Contingent upon availability of funds.

Minimum Education/Experience

Master's Degree in School Counseling or related field and NC Licensure as a School Counselor required. Experience in individual and group counseling, and conducting classroom guidance. Experience working with schoolwide interventions, behavior modification, classroom management and data tracking for accountability purposes. Qualifying degrees must be conferred and received from appropriately accredited institutions.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation

NC Licensure as School Counselor.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education

A minimum of 3 years of school counseling experience is preferred. Knowledge of School Counseling program and activities is also preferred. The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with school personnel, parents and community agencies. Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines. Proficient in Microsoft Word.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Candidates must submit a: (1) cv/resume, (2) letter of application describing academic background, specific skills and experiences relevant to the position, (3) list of three references, including contact information included in application (4) a copy of North Carolina educator's license. Finally, copies of transcripts and three current letters of reference should be sent to Dr. Tracy Cole, Search Chair, ECU Community School, College of Education Mailstop:167, 811 Howell Street, Greenville, NC 27858. Official transcripts required prior to written contract offer.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to Applicant

• In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
• Unless otherwise identified in the applicable job posting and consistent with University policy, the University will principally employ individuals who reside in the State of North Carolina to the greatest extent practicable. As such, most positions at East Carolina University require employees to live and work in North Carolina (or live within a reasonable daily commuting distance from their duty station) after hire. Candidates should be prepared to relocate within a reasonable, agreed-upon time after an offer of employment has been made and accepted to meet this requirement.

Job Open Date 08/13/2025 Open Until Filled Yes Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date. Initial Screening Begins 08/28/2025 Rank Level Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/88297 Nondiscrimination Statement

East Carolina University is committed to workforce success and cultivating a culture of care for our employees. ECU prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment based on race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, and veteran status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status or disability.

Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the ADA Coordinator at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA-Coordinator@ecu.edu.

Eligibility for Employment

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Department for People Operations, Success, and Opportunity

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Supplemental Questions

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• • Please indicate where you learned about this job vacancy.

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• Indeed

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• Other

• • Will you now or in the future require visa sponsorship for employment?

• Yes

• No

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Cover Letter
• List of References
• Licenses/Certifications

Optional Documents

• Transcripts