Guidance Counselor: Student Growth Leader

Charter Schools USA Inc.; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Charter Schools USA in Summerville, SC is seeking a Guidance Counselor I to support students' personal, educational and career planning. You will provide individual and group counseling, help with course selections, and assist in college and financial aid resources.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and staff, maintaining records, and complying with federal/state requirements to ensure student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Possession of valid certification for Guidance Counselor.
• Minimum three (3) years' experience of successful teaching or counseling services.
• Criminal and employment background check clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in evaluating their aptitudes and careers.
• Provide individual counseling sessions for assigned students.
• Provide group counseling sessions to address educational and career plans.
• Assist in course selections and scheduling; help prevent dropout.
• Coordinate enrollment in summer programs to address deficiencies.
• Maintain counseling records and provide reports to administration.
• Provide emergency support to students during crises.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Disciplinary management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Guidance Counselor certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

SIS

Job description

Charter Schools USA in Summerville, SC is seeking a Guidance Counselor I to support students' personal, educational and career planning. You will provide individual and group counseling, help with course selections, and assist in college and financial aid resources.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers and staff, maintaining records, and complying with federal/state requirements to ensure student success.