ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE SCHOOL COUNSELOR190 DAY CONTRACT FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR* Create a safe and inviting environment for students with clear procedures and expectations for the counseling program.* Provide social and emotional skill development to be taught and practiced in the classroom.* Models respectful and appropriate behaviors as a part of the schoolwide positive behavior system.* Provide special services such as alcohol and drug prevention programs (Red Ribbon Week), Anti-Bullying programs and classes that teach students to handle conflicts without resorting to violence.* Counsel individuals to help them understand and overcome personal, social, or behavioral problems affecting their educational situations as appropriate for students' developmental characteristics and needs.* Provide crisis intervention to students when difficult situations occur at school.* Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by law, district policies, and administrative regulations.* Evaluate students' or individuals' abilities, interests, and personality characteristics using tests, records, interviews, or professional sources.* Collaborate with colleagues to help create an environment of student growth and learning.* Knowledge of e-school to assist in creating and maintaining student's class schedules as needed.