Elementary Guidance Counselor - Shaping Student Success

Coatesville Area School District; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 59,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement 75%

Induction and Mentor programs

Professional Growth & Development

District Paid Sick and Personal Days

PSERS Retirement Benefits

Health & Wellness Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Student Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

Coatesville Area School District is seeking a dedicated Guidance Counselor for Rainbow Elementary School in Coatesville, PA. This full-time, 7.5-hour/day permanent position supports diverse learners and focuses on educational, career, and social development.

The role involves counseling individuals and groups, maintaining records, and coordinating referrals for services. Requirements include a Master’s degree and PA PK-12 Counselor certification. The start date is to be determined.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• Valid PASchool Counselor PK-12 Certification.
• Graduate of accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Registrars, schedules, and orients new students to school.
• Maintains student records and protects confidentiality.
• Guides students through the development of educational, career, and social goals.
• Counsels individual and/or small groups of students with presenting concerns.
• Initiates and processes referrals to appropriate special programs and services within and outside of the district.
• Participates in the coordination of the buildings standardized testing program.
• Consults and conferences with parents/guardians, staff, administrators, outside agencies and others to enhance ongoing work with students.
• Participate in educational team meetings.
• Provides information about tutors, summer school, and alternative educational programs.
• Participates in the student support system of the district.
• Assist students evaluate career interest and choices.
• Assist in the preparation of referrals for multidisciplinary evaluations.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree

PASchool Counselor PK-12 Certification

Accredited college or university

Job description

Coatesville Area School District is seeking a dedicated Guidance Counselor for Rainbow Elementary School in Coatesville, PA. This full-time, 7.5-hour/day permanent position supports diverse learners and focuses on educational, career, and social development.

The role involves counseling individuals and groups, maintaining records, and coordinating referrals for services. Requirements include a Master’s degree and PA PK-12 Counselor certification. The start date is to be determined.