Student Success & College Guidance Counselor

Reading School District l Reading, Pa.; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Reading School District in Reading, PA seeks a Guidance Counselor to provide a comprehensive guidance program for students and collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators. The role involves counseling, college and career planning, and supporting students with personal and academic challenges.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's or Master's in counseling and Pennsylvania certification as a Guidance Counselor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in counseling or equivalent.
• Ability to provide individual and group counseling to students.
• Experience coordinating guidance activities and programs.

Responsibilities

• Aids students in course and subject selection.
• Disseminates occupational information to students and classes.
• Interprets standardized test data to help plan education and occupation paths.
• Develops and supports students' education and career goals.
• Plans guidance field trips to colleges and industry sites.
• Maintains student records and protects confidentiality.
• Coordinates admissions and scholarships applications with colleges.

Skills

Counseling

Student assessment

Career guidance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Counseling

Job description

The Reading School District in Reading, PA seeks a Guidance Counselor to provide a comprehensive guidance program for students and collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators. The role involves counseling, college and career planning, and supporting students with personal and academic challenges.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's or Master's in counseling and Pennsylvania certification as a Guidance Counselor.