Guidance Counselor for Student Growth & Career Planning

Reading School District; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Reading School District is seeking a Guidance Counselor to provide a comprehensive guidance program for students and collaborate with teachers, staff and parents to support student success. Responsibilities include helping with course selection, career planning, college and scholarship processes, maintaining records, and coordinating guidance activities and field trips.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree and Pennsylvania Certification as a Guidance Counselor; strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in course and subject selection.
• Disseminate occupational information to students and classes studying occupations.
• Interpret standardized test scores to help students plan education and career paths.
• Maintain student records and ensure confidentiality.
• Coordinate and conduct guidance field trips and programs.
• Assist in admissions and scholarship processes.

Skills

Clear communication

Written reports

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Student counseling

Public speaking

Education

Bachelor's or Master’s Degree

Job description

The Reading School District is seeking a Guidance Counselor to provide a comprehensive guidance program for students and collaborate with teachers, staff and parents to support student success. Responsibilities include helping with course selection, career planning, college and scholarship processes, maintaining records, and coordinating guidance activities and field trips.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree and Pennsylvania Certification as a Guidance Counselor; strong