Elementary School Guidance Counselor

Young World Physical Education

Troutman (NC)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 70,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Iredell-Statesville School District Troutman Elementary School in Troutman, North Carolina is seeking a dedicated Elementary School Guidance Counselor to support students, families, and staff. The role focuses on career and educational planning, administering assessments, and guiding students toward educational and occupational goals.

The position involves collaboration with administrators, teachers, and community partners to provide comprehensive guidance services and support student success.

Qualifications

Certification/License: State Certification as a Guidance Counselor.
Bachelor's degree in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Masters Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide information on career and educational opportunities to students, parents, admins, and staff.
Administer and interpret career assessment tools and help students set goals.
Assist with course selection and scheduling.
Disseminate information on occupational opportunities and scholarships.
Coordinate with staff and external partners to support student guidance needs.

Skills

Career counseling

Educational planning

Student assessments

Communication with students/parents

Education

Bachelor's in Education

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Student information systems

Data analysis

Job description

Iredell-Statesville School District Troutman Elementary School - Troutman, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Elementary School Guidance Counselor

Job Details

Job ID: 5848809

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 23, 2026 1:03 PM (UTC)

Job Description

Guidance Counselor

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Director of Pupil Services, to provide students, parents, administrators, and other teaching staff with information on career and or educational opportunities; administer and interpret career assessment tools; and assist students in developing educational and occupational goals and plans.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

Assists students in evaluating students’ aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data, and works with students in developing education and occupation plans consistent with such evaluation.
Assists students in making course and subject selections, as well as with evaluating career interests and choices.
Assists in the scheduling of classes.
Obtains and disseminates information regarding occupational opportunities to students and to classes studying occupations.
Assists students with admissions, scholarship and identifying employment opportunities.
Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual student's abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with guidance services.
Researches educational and career opportunities, and coordinates with teachers, college and university personnel, resource specialists, and business and community organizations for the purpose of providing information, and making recommendations.
Assists with the registration and orientation students who are new to the school regarding procedures and educational opportunities.
Assists with the school district's dropout prevention efforts.
Serves as ready resource to students to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and maturity.
Plans and coordinates field trips to institutions of higher learning, businesses and other organizations related to guidance responsibilities.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of pre/post high school program eligibility requirements.
Knowledge of college/university admissions processes, scholarship programs and other educational opportunities.
Knowledge of current developments in business and industry regarding career opportunities and employment.
Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.