Elementary Guidance Counselor: Empower Students' Futures

IREDELL-STATESVILLE SCHOOLS; Troutman (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

IREDELL-STATESVILLE SCHOOLS seeks a Guidance Counselor to provide career/educational guidance, interpret assessments, and help students craft education and occupation plans. The role works with students, parents, administrators, and staff to promote growth and informed decision-making.

Responsibilities include course scheduling, sharing job opportunities, and supporting dropout prevention while maintaining records and coordinating with colleges and community partners.

Qualifications

• Certification/license as Guidance Counselor required.
• Bachelor's degree in education discipline.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Successful prior teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Counsel students on education and career plans.
• Interpret career assessment results for students.
• Assist in course selections and scheduling.
• Disseminate information about occupational opportunities.
• Coordinate with staff and community partners.
• Plan field trips to educational institutions.
• Maintain accurate student records and data.
• Support dropout prevention efforts.
• Provide counseling to promote personal growth.

Skills

Communication with students

Parental communication

Collaboration with staff

Data systems knowledge

Differentiated instruction

Legal compliance

Computer software use

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's in education

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Certification as Guidance Counselor

Job description

IREDELL-STATESVILLE SCHOOLS seeks a Guidance Counselor to provide career/educational guidance, interpret assessments, and help students craft education and occupation plans. The role works with students, parents, administrators, and staff to promote growth and informed decision-making.

Responsibilities include course scheduling, sharing job opportunities, and supporting dropout prevention while maintaining records and coordinating with colleges and community partners.