K-8 School Counselor

IVC District No; Mossville (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

IVC District No is hiring a Guidance Counselor to provide support and advice to students and parents on personal and emotional issues. The role includes coordinating behavior management plans and collaborating with staff to assist students' needs and support dropout prevention efforts.

A Bachelor’s degree is required, along with Illinois State Certification as a Guidance Counselor. This position is integral to the school community in ensuring each student receives the necessary support for their educational journey.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Illinois State Certification as a Guidance Counselor needed.
• Strong knowledge of social work principles and methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored advice to students and parents on personal issues.
• Assist with behavior management plans for students.
• Coordinate with agencies for student welfare.

Skills

Knowledge of Social Work principles

Effective communication

Behavior management methods

Knowledge of differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in education discipline

Illinois State Certification as a Guidance Counselor

Tools

Personal computers

Office software applications

Job description

Position Type: Student Support Services/ Guidance Counselor

Date Posted: 6/8/2026

Date Available: 08/10/2026

Closing Date: 06/30/2026

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the Director of Pupil Services, provide students, parents, administrators, and other teaching staff with individually‑tailored advice and consultation to overcome personal, emotional, familial, or social issues and maximize the students’ learning experience.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

• Perform casework services with students and parents to encourage parental understanding of and participation in overcoming social issues to maximize the educational experience of the student.
• Assist students and teaching staff in implementing students’ behavior management plans.
• Coordinate with outside agencies, organizations and institutions, including state and federal authorities, as needed.
• Coordinate 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 social work services.
• Assist with the school district’s dropout prevention efforts.
• Serve as a ready resource to students and parents to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self‑understanding, and behavioral management; act as liaison between home and school.
• Continuously acquire professional knowledge and stay current with developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, conducting research, and maintaining professional relationships.
• Organize and maintain a system for accurate and complete record‑keeping and provide student information to prospective colleges and employers as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourage parental involvement in students’ education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.
• Assist in the orientation of new teachers and provide in‑service training in social‑emotional learning.

Additional Duties

Perform other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent. The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities and is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Use standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of Social Work principles, theories, testing, methods, and proven behavior management methods.
• 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 a 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.

Qualifications Profile – Certification / License

• Illinois State Certification as a Guidance Counselor
• Motor Vehicle Operator’s License or ability to provide own transportation.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.