School Counselor

Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union; Pownal (VT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union seeks a School Counselor at Bennington Elementary School to support students’ social, emotional, and academic growth. This role collaborates with teachers, families, and community resources to foster a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Starting Date: Immediately. Salary range: $54,045 to $96,129 per year, with full-time benefits and eligibility for Vermont School Counseling certification requirements.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling or related field.
• Eligible to hold Vermont Certification in School Counseling
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students to assess abilities, limitations, interests, talents, aptitudes and surroundings.
• Assist students to develop skills and attitudes which may be used to realize full potential.
• Assist parents/guardians and teachers to discuss student and school concerns (meetings, letters, calls).
• Collaborate with school staff and community resources to support students’ needs.
• Adhere to all District policies and regulations.

Skills

Student counseling

Education

Master’s Degree in Counseling or related field

Vermont School Counseling Certification

Job description

School Counselor

Job ID: 5907112

Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Posted: Aug 28, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $54,045 to $96,129 Per Year

Job Categories: Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor

Location: Bennington, Vermont

Job Description

• Assist students to assess abilities, limitations, interests, talents, aptitudes and surroundings
• Assist students to learn how to accept, use and cope with information about self and others
• Assist students to develop skills and attitudes which may be used to realize full potential
• Assist any parent(s)/guardian who request(s) the opportunity to discuss mutually, student, parental and/or school concerns. (meetings, letters, calls)
• Assist teachers and educational specialists by providing an opportunity for an interchange of ideas relating to instruction, performance and well-being of students
• Assist administrators by discussing the implication of the comprehensive effects of the school upon the student
• Assist ancillary school personnel, such as secretarial staff and paraprofessionals, to improve the functioning of students in the school
• Assist representatives of referral/resource agencies, and community members to provide support to the student or the school in the solving of immediate and long-range problems, and the exploring of goals and needs
• Adhere to all District policies and regulations

Welcome to Bennington Elementary School

The Bennington Elementary School community believes each child is unique. We hold high expectations for each student and are determined to provide programs and services, which attend to their physical, emotional, and social well-being. We accept the responsibility to encourage all students to achieve high levels of academic performance, so that they can attain their maximum educational potential.

Job Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS – Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Counseling or related field
• Eligible to hold Vermont Certification in School Counseling
• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Master degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Richard Arroyo , Principal
• 128 Park Street
• Bennington, Vermont 05201
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]