LTS Middle School Guidance Counselor

Centennial School District

place Warminster, 18991

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Counseling, Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field

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Supervision

local_atm $54,160 - $83,501 a year

JobID: 1199

Position Type:
Student Services/School Counselor

Date Posted:
4/23/2026

Location:
Log College Middle School

Date Available:
26'-27' SY

Closing Date:
05/03/2026

LTS Middle School Guidance Counselor
Location: Log College Middle School
Schedule: M-F 7:45 AM to 3:15 PM
Temporary contract : 8/2026 - 12/23/2026
Term of Employment - As Per the CEA Collective Bargaining Agreement. Salary Range $54,160 - $83,501
FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Goal
Under the general supervision of the Director of Pupil Services, to provide students, parents, administrators, and other teaching staff with information on career and or educational opportunities; administer and interpret career assessment tools; and assist students in developing educational and occupational goals and plans.

Essential Performance Responsibilities

Assists students in evaluating students' aptitudes and abilities through the interpretation of individual standardized test scores and other pertinent data, and works with students in developing education and occupation plans consistent with such evaluation.
Assists students in making course and subject selections, as well as in evaluating career interests and choices.
Assists in the scheduling of classes.
Obtains and disseminates information regarding occupational opportunities to students and to classes studying occupations.
Assists students with admissions, scholarships, and identifying employment opportunities.
Coordinates with administrators and other teaching staff members to ascertain individual students' abilities and needs, including students with special needs, and to familiarize stakeholders with guidance services.
Researches educational and career opportunities, and coordinates with teachers, college and university personnel, resource specialists, and business and community organizations for the purpose of providing information, and making recommendations.
Assists with the registration and orientation of new students to the school, including procedures and educational opportunities.
Assists with the school district's dropout prevention efforts.
Serves as a ready resource to students to provide counseling that will lead each student to increased personal growth, self-understanding, and maturity.
Plans and coordinates field trips to institutions of higher learning, businesses, and other organizations related to guidance responsibilities.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research, and by maintaining professional relationships with members of institutions of higher learning and the business community.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping and provides student information to prospective colleges and employers, as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Assists in the orientation of new teachers, and provides in-service training in guidance.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment
Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, copy and fax machines, and telephones.

Travel Requirements
Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of pre/post high school program eligibility requirements.
Knowledge of college/university admissions processes, scholarship programs, and other educational opportunities.
Knowledge of current developments in business and industry regarding career opportunities and employment.
Knowledge of differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
Works in standard office and school building environments.
Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory, and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

Qualifications Profile

Certification/License
PA State Certification as a Guidance Counselor (Elementary & Secondary School Counselor PK-12)

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in an education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
Master's Degree preferred.

Experience
Prior successful teaching experience at the appropriate grade level is preferred.

All employment is provisional for 90 days as required by ACT 168 of 2014, enacted December 22, 2014. MUST SUBMIT ACT 168 FORM TO ALL CURRENT AND FORMER EMPLOYERS WHERE YOU HAVE HAD DIRECT CONTACT WITH CHILDREN.