Secondary School Counselor | Impactful Student Support

Downingtown Area School District; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Induction program

Professional development

Job summary

The Downingtown Area School District is seeking a certified secondary school counselor for the 2026-2027 school year. The position is at Downingtown High School East and is a permanent, full-time role.

We value diversity and inclusion, and the counselor will support students in academic, career, and personal/social development while collaborating with staff and families within the district counseling program.

Qualifications

• Candidate must hold a Pennsylvania certification for the position.
• Required to complete all IB training.
• Proficiency in technology for individual or group communication.
• Must be able to flex and vary hours to accommodate students, parents, and teachers.
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills with staff, students, and families.

Responsibilities

• Guides students through educational, career, and personal plans.
• Consults with staff to implement tasks and services.
• Counsels individual and small groups with presenting concerns.
• Uses school counseling theories and techniques appropriately.
• Collaborates with parents, staff, and outside agencies to support students.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Relationship building

Team collaboration

Flexibility

Education

Pennsylvania certification

Job description

The Downingtown Area School District is seeking a certified secondary school counselor for the 2026-2027 school year. The position is at Downingtown High School East and is a permanent, full-time role.

We value diversity and inclusion, and the counselor will support students in academic, career, and personal/social development while collaborating with staff and families within the district counseling program.