K-5 School Counselor: Student Growth & Guidance

Darlington County School District; Darlington (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Darlington County School District in Darlington, SC seeks a School Counselor (K-5) for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports personal/social, academic and career development, reports to the principal, and aligns with ASCA standards.

Qualifications include state credentials and strong communication skills. Responsibilities cover developing a comprehensive student plan, maintaining records, and collaborating with staff, students, and families.

Qualifications

• Education and experience as required by state certification authorities.
• Valid PreK-12 school counseling credentials or Elementary school counseling credentials.
• Shall possess highly developed human relations and communication skills.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Identify the needs of students.
• Develop, implement, evaluate and update a comprehensive developmental plan based on the ASCA National/State Standards to deliver effective school counseling services for all students.
• Maintain and assess accurate records of program delivery activities and provide for periodic and annual program evaluation through data collection.
• Encourage the improvement of student academic achievement through enhancement of program delivery methods.
• Assist staff in the development and implementation of activities which provide a school environment that enhances the personal/social, academic and career development of all students.
• Collaborate with teachers and parents in evaluating and interpreting individual and group standardized test scores.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

School counseling credentials

State certification requirements

Job description

Darlington County School District in Darlington, SC seeks a School Counselor (K-5) for the 2026-2027 school year. The role supports personal/social, academic and career development, reports to the principal, and aligns with ASCA standards.

Qualifications include state credentials and strong communication skills. Responsibilities cover developing a comprehensive student plan, maintaining records, and collaborating with staff, students, and families.