Guidance Counselor

Iredell-Statesville Schools; Troutman (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Iredell-Statesville Schools in Troutman, North Carolina is seeking a Guidance Counselor to support students in grades 6-12 with career and educational planning. You will interpret assessments, help students set goals, and coordinate with families, teachers, and higher education partners to expand opportunities.

The role requires NC state certification and a master’s degree in an education discipline, with strong skills in counseling, data interpretation, and program development to enhance

Qualifications

• Masters degree in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• NC State Certification as Guidance Counselor or equivalent.
• Experience counseling students in grades 6-12.

Responsibilities

• Provide information on career and educational opportunities for students/parents/teachers.
• Administer and interpret career assessments.
• Assist students in developing educational and occupational goals.
• Coordinate with administrators and teachers to support individual student needs.
• Research educational and career opportunities and collaborate with colleges and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate with prospective colleges and employers.

Skills

Career guidance knowledge

College admissions processes

Career exploration resources

Educational planning

Data analysis

Regulatory compliance

Communication with students/parents

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in education or related

State Certification as Guidance Counselor

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Iredell-Statesville School District Career Academy And Technical School (CATS) - Troutman, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

Guidance Counselor

Iredell-Statesville School District Career Academy And Technical School (CATS) - Troutman, North Carolina Open in Google Maps

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Job Details

Job ID: 5897973

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 22, 2026 2:03 AM (UTC)

Job Description

Guidance Counselor

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the principal, 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 in grades 6-12 with developing educational and occupational goals and plans based upon comprehension of North Carolina graduation standards.

• 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 for online and face-to-face programs.
• 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.
• Collaborates and develops academic plans for iAcademy students in grades 6th-12th in partnership with the students' existing homeschool.
• Supports traditional students on campus for career and technical education through collaboration with school counselors at the students' traditional school.
• Obtains and disseminates information regarding occupational opportunities to both iAcademy and CTE students.
• Assists in the advertising and marketing of both the iAcademy and CTE Programs.
• Coordinates with administration 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.
• Section 504 coordination.
• Assists with the registration and orientation of students who are new to the iAcademy program.
• Collaborates with the Distance Learning Advisor on students' progress bymonitoring processes and encouragingparental involvement in students' education to ensure effective communication with students and parents.
• Serves as a ready resource to students to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and maturity.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and providing student information to prospective postsecondary organizations.

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.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

Works in standard office and school building environments.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile

• Certification/License:
• North CarolinState Certification as a Guidance Counselor (#______________________).
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

• Masters Degreefrom an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Experience

Successful prior counseling experience for students in grades 6-12.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories:

Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor

Contact Information

• Boen Nutting
• 549 N. Race Street
• Statesville, North Carolina 28677
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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