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WAHLUKE SCHOOL DISTRICT #73
SUMMER LEARNING PROGRAM COUNSELOR INTERNAL ONLY
Position Title: Summer Learning Counselor
Report To: Summer Program Director/ Site Coordinators
Classification: WEA Union Represented Position, FLSA Exempt
Compensation: WEA Salary Schedule, Per Diem
This is a temporary summer program position and paid by timecard submitted by the 10th of each month.
The 2026 Wahluke Summer School Model is to provide in-person instruction to Kinder-8th grade students in reading, mathematics and enrichment, while fostering academic growth, building student confidence, and creating engaging learning experiences that prepare students for success in the upcoming school year.
The Summer School Counselor will support students at both summer school sites while being housed at one primary building. The counselor will provide social-emotional support, short-term counseling services, crisis response, and coordination of student supports to ensure students are ready to engage and succeed in the summer learning environment.
Migrant Summer Program Information:
Professional Development: TBD
Class Schedule: June 22 - July 28, 2026
Hours of Operation: 7:30 am - 3:30 pm Monday-Thursday; Counselor shift will be for 7.25 hours/day
*Home visits outside of the regular schedule for additional hours.
The Counselor Will:
- Work with the district’s Migrant Education Federal Programs Director, site coordinators at both schools, and school staff to identify and support student social-emotional and behavioral goals in alignment with the district’s local plan and State Service Delivery Plan.
- Provide short-term, solution-focused counseling and social-emotional support to students experiencing academic, behavioral, or personal barriers.
- Support students across both summer school buildings while maintaining consistent communication and collaboration with staff at each site.
- Provide crisis intervention and safety support when needed.
- Coordinate services with school staff and community resources to address barriers impacting student attendance, engagement, and success.
- Support positive behavior systems and contribute to a safe, welcoming summer learning environment.
Requirements:
- Valid Washington State School Counselor certification (or eligibility).
- Experience working in an educational setting with elementary and/or middle school students.
- Experience supporting at-risk and/or migrant students and families.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; bilingual skills (e.g., Spanish) preferred.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with multiple teams across two sites.
- Knowledge of basic computer software programs (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, student information systems).
- Strong human relations, time management, and organizational skills.
- Flexible work schedule.
Preferred Knowledge and Skills:
- Experience supporting summer school or extended learning programs.
- Knowledge of economic, social, cultural, and psychological factors influencing migrant students.
- Experience implementing social-emotional learning strategies.
- Experience conducting family outreach and/or home visits.
- Knowledge of school and community resources available to migrant students and families.
Major Responsibilities:
- Identify barriers including educational disruption, cultural and language barriers, social isolation, health-related concerns, trauma, or other factors that inhibit students’ ability to engage and succeed in the summer program.
- Provide individual and small-group counseling focused on building coping skills, self-regulation, problem-solving, and confidence.
- Assist building administrators and staff in supporting student attendance and engagement.
- Collaborate with site coordinators and teachers at both buildings to monitor student progress and respond proactively to concerns.
- Coordinate access to school district and/or community services to reduce or eliminate identified barriers.
- Conduct family outreach, including phone calls and home visits as needed, to strengthen home-school connection and student engagement.
- Maintain appropriate documentation and records in compliance with district and program requirements.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to strengthen skills in working with at-risk and migrant students.
Physical Requirements: This position typically requires: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Medium Work: Ability to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds constantly to move can carry objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.
The Wahluke School District complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation including gender identity or expression, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, homelessness, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, neurodivergence, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, age, or honorably discharged veteran or military status. This holds true for all programs and services. The District provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance/complaint procedures may be directed to the school district’s Civil Rights Coordinator at lleitz@wahluke.net; Title IX Director at jesindola@wahluke.net or (509)932-4477; Section 504/ADA Coordinator, at gcalaway@wahluke.net or (509)932-4565 or by mail at 411 E. Saddle Mt. Dr., Mattawa, WA 99349.
Wahluke is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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