Long-Term Substitute School Counselor (Student Services)

Montgomery County Intermediate Unit 23; Pennsylvania; Sur place; USD 54 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is seeking a Long-Term Substitute School Counselor in the Office of Student Services. The role requires PA Certification in School Counseling K-12 and clearances, with duties including guidance, counseling and career/workforce readiness development for students in Montgomery County, PA.

The position supports personal, academic and career development; it involves individual and group sessions and planning education plans to help students achieve goals.

Qualifications

• Valid PA Certification in School Counseling K-12 required.
• Act 339 planning and Act 158 graduation requirements knowledge required.
• Experience with secondary school population preferred.
• Experience in residential facility for youth and young adults preferred.
• Current police, child abuse and FBI Fingerprint clearances required.
• MA provider clearance by PA and federal government required upon hire.

Responsabilités

• Provide guidance and counseling services focusing on career readiness and workforce readiness.
• Program includes personal, academic, career development, counseling and consultation services to students, teachers, and school administration.
• Provide individual and group sessions with a focus on career readiness and workforce development.
• Prepare comprehensive education plans for individual students based on transcripts and goals/outcomes.
• Monitor educational plans and provide support to help students meet their goals.

Connaissances

Guidance counseling

Career readiness

Group counseling

Formation

PA Certification in School Counseling K-12

Description du poste

Long-Term Substitute School Counselor (Student Services) JobID: 1776

• Position Type: Behavior & Mental Health/ School Counselor
• Date Posted: 11/3/2026
• Location: Montgomery County Intermediate Unit #23
• Closing Date: 11/20/2026

A vacancy exists for a Long-Term Substitute School Counselor to work at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit within the Office of Student Services.

Qualifications:

• Valid PA Certification in School Counseling K-12 required
• Knowledge of Act 339 planning and implementation and Act 158 graduation requirements required
• Experience with secondary school population preferred
• Experience working in a residential facility for youth and young adults preferred
• Current police, child abuse and FBI Fingerprint clearances required
• Clearance as an MA provider by the Commonwealth of PA and federal government (conducted by MCIU upon hire)

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide guidance and counseling services to students, specifically in the areas of career readiness and developing workforce readiness skills
• Program includes personal, academic, career development, counseling and consultation services to students, teachers, and school administration.
• Provide individual and group sessions with a focus on career readiness, workforce development skills, consultation services, and training.
• Prepare comprehensive education plans for individual students based on transcripts and desired goals and outcomes of student.
• Monitor educational plans for students and provide support and guidance as needed to assist students to meet their goals and desired outcomes.

Location: The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is located in Norristown, PA and provides services to students in School Age K-12 classrooms located throughout Montgomery County, PA. For additional information about the MCIU Student Services, please visit: https://mciu.org/office-of-student-services/ .

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7.5 hours/day, 10 months (194 days/year)

Salary:

• Bachelor's, Step 1: $53,997/year
• Master's, Step 1: $65,007/year
• *Placement on salary schedule based on experience and/or education beyond the Master's Degree.

About Us:

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, provides dynamic, visionary leadership and effective, efficient services for constituent school districts, schools and students.

Why Should You Apply?

The MCIU offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. This may include

• Health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, prescription, vision, and life insurance.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Participation in PSERS (Public School Employees' Retirement System).
• Paid time off benefits.

The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.