School Counselor

Essential Job Functions

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group counseling to support students’ academic, social, and emotional needs.
• Assist students with academic planning, goal setting, and course selection.
• Support students with behavior concerns, peer conflict, and emotional challenges.
• Provide guidance on college, career, and postsecondary opportunities.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss student progress and concerns.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to support student success.
• Participate in:
  • IEP meetings
  • 504 meetings
  • MTSS or student support teams
• Provide crisis intervention when necessary.
• Refer students and families to community resources and outside agencies when appropriate.
• Support attendance initiatives and positive school culture programs.
• Maintain accurate, confidential student records.
• Assist with testing coordination, scheduling, or academic planning as needed.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school events.

General Job Functions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with K–12 students.
• Knowledge of social-emotional learning and behavior support strategies.
• Experience in a charter or high-expectations school environment.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and certification.
• State benefits through PEBA.
• Supportive leadership and collaborative school culture.

Minimum Qualifications or Standards Required to Perform Essential Job Functions

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in School Counseling or a related field.
• Valid South Carolina School Counselor certification.
• Ability to pass all required background checks.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.