What are the responsibilities and job description for the Secondary School Counselor SY 25-26 position at Bland County High School?
SCHOOL YEAR 2025-2026
POSITION DESCRIPTION
POSITION TITLE: Secondary School Counselor
The primary function of the school guidance counselor is to provide a comprehensive competency-based counseling program focused on the learning, personal/social, and career/vocational needs of all students.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Possess a Master's Degree in Guidance and/or School Counseling; a current license for the position as required by the Virginia Department of Education; and a minimum of three years of teaching, counseling, or other experience working with children similar in age to the position hired.
REPORTS TO: Building Principal
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Adhere to and support board policy, school guidelines, administrative rules, and directives.
- Make him/herself available to all students seeking guidance and counseling services.
- Advocate on behalf of the student and/or his/her family. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students.
- Facilitate outreach efforts to provide services to students, parents/guardians, and staff.
- Connect students, parents/guardians, and staff with specialized referral agencies.
- Understand, evaluate, and interpret academic performance data. Interpret information about students to the student, their parents/guardians, and staff.
- Implement individual and group counseling methods that are appropriate.
- Conduct career and educational planning activities.
- Participate in in-service activities promoted by the district.
- Submit required reports promptly and accurately.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Building Principal or District Administrator.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Possess a Master's Degree in Guidance and/or School Counseling; a current license for the position as required by the Virginia Department of Education; and a minimum of three years of teaching, counseling, or other experience working with children similar in age to the position hired.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Effective Date: 2025-2026 school year
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Benefits: VRS pension and life insurance, medical/dental insurance, sick and personal days
DEADLINE: Until Filled
Salary : $54,126 - $84,428
