School Counselor: Guide Student Growth & Readiness

Richmond Public Schools; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Richmond City Public Schools seeks a full-time School Counselor for River City Middle School in Richmond, VA. The role involves advising and counseling students, coordinating testing, and supporting families and staff.

The 11-month calendar (230 days) and exempt status reflect traditional school-year responsibilities. A postgraduate school counseling license is required, with bilingual Spanish being a plus.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate professional license with endorsement as school counselor pre K–12.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate with students, families, staff and community partners.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple assignments.
• Adaptability to changing priorities and diverse student needs.
• Understanding of social and cultural foundations of education.
• Knowledge of student appraisal and counseling processes.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Counsels students individually and in small groups for personal, academic and career growth.
• Consults with parents, staff and community agencies to support students.
• Provide information on curricular and extracurricular options and career goals.
• Assist students with vocational choices and college/scholarship applications.
• Coordinate and interpret standardized testing and counseling programs.
• Participate in curriculum development and faculty committees.

Skills

Licensing

Communication

Relationship building

Time management

Adaptability

Lifespan career guidance

Assessment knowledge

Bilingual Spanish (plus)

Education

Postgraduate professional license (School Counselor)

Job description

Richmond City Public Schools seeks a full-time School Counselor for River City Middle School in Richmond, VA. The role involves advising and counseling students, coordinating testing, and supporting families and staff.

The 11-month calendar (230 days) and exempt status reflect traditional school-year responsibilities. A postgraduate school counseling license is required, with bilingual Spanish being a plus.