26-27 KGHS - School Counselor (11 month)

Job Description

Position Open Until Filled

General Description: The school counselor supports the academic success of all students and enhances maximum development of career and personal/social goals using strategies in alignment with national, state, and local standards; and school needs.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provides individual counseling to students to support academic success, transition/adjustment to the school program and level
  
• Provides counseling through group activities for students in areas related to successful functioning in the school setting
  
• Provides classroom support in accordance with current state and division curriculum
  
• Provides crisis intervention, information, and referrals in reference to students' needs
  
• Oversees registration process with students and parents new to the school/division
  
• Oversees Standardized Assessment of students and interpretation of data to students, parents, and staff
  
• Conducts classroom observations of students who are referred for individual needs, special education evaluations, or may be at risk to self or others
  
• Assists students with requirements regarding a planned and balanced program of studies consistent with abilities, interests, and educational needs
  
• Monitors students' progress regarding State-mandated credits and assessments
  
• Provides affective education to students identified as gifted and referrals for specialized gifted education options
  
• Provides behavioral management support to students, staff, and parents
  
• Provide leadership to the School-Based Intervention Team, 504 Team, Progress Assessment Team, and other student assistance teams, as appropriate
  
• Provides referrals to resources to support educational progress for the student both within and outside of the division
  
• Provides programs and activities to increase parent involvement and awareness of issues related to student success
  
• Provides consultation to teachers, administrators, and other professionals, as appropriate, to enhance student success
  
• Assists with the coordination of student support programs including Character Education and Conflict Resolution
  
• Participates in and leads staff development promoting student success, as directed by Principal
  
• Performs related duties as required or assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must have or be eligible for Virginia licensure in School Counseling
  
• Successful teaching and/or counseling experience with at least 3 years experience preferred
  
• Demonstrates the professional and personal characteristics for working effectively with students, parents, school personnel and community agencies

Note: Individuals who hold a professional counseling or social work license may be eligible for provisional school counseling licensure.

This is an 11-month 220 day position.

2026-2027 Salary: TBD

See THIS LINK for current salary scales.

Educational Supplements:

+ 7% for master's degree (not included in base salary)

Doctorate: +$2000

National Board: +$2000

BA + 15: +$750

Welcome to ATX Learning

King George County is located midway between Washington DC and Richmond, Virginia. Known as the Gateway to the Northern Neck, we are a small division with one high school, one middle school and three elementary schools as well as a preschool program. We like to think of ourselves as the best kept little secret in Virginia! We are just a couple of hours to the beach or mountains with over 100 miles of shoreline on the Potomac and Rappahannock Rivers. Just minutes from Maryland and rich in history, we offer competitive pay in a small division where we strive to provide you with the support you need to be successful and feel valued.