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Guidance Counselor: Social/Educational School Counselor Special Needs / Learning Disabilities Child Development/Support

School Counselor

Job in Colorado Springs, El Paso County, Colorado, 80509, USA
Listing for: Valley Forge Educational Services
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-21
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Guidance Counselor: Social/Educational, School Counselor, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Child Development/Support
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 50000 - 70000 USD Yearly USD 50000.00 70000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
  • Position Type:
    Vanguard Student Services/School Counselor
  • Date Posted: 8/4/2025
  • Location:

    The Vanguard School

Are you looking for a career that makes your heart smile on a daily basis? Come and work with our amazing students and staff at The Vanguard School! Founded in 1959 and located on a beautiful 28-acre campus in Malvern, PA, The Vanguard School and Services are dedicated to the growth and development of children and young adults with a variety of special needs.

Through a collaborative and holistic approach to each individual served by the continuum of educational, recreation, and employment services offered, VFES commits to helping all students and participants develop a strong sense of self-worth in their communities in an environment driven by respect, appreciation, learning, and growth.

Title: School Counselor

Program/Dept: Vanguard

Reports to: Assistant Director of Clinical Services

Position Type: 10 Month, Full-Time

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:45AM to 3:30PM

FLSA Status: Exempt

Minimum Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in School Counseling or a related field.
  • Current PA school certification in Elementary or Secondary School Counseling.
  • Experience working with students with special needs in a school setting.
  • Ability to engage intellectually and physically in all components of the educational process.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with all constituents (administrators, colleagues, students, parents, and others).
  • Knowledge of correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation, and vocabulary.
  • Ability to use computers and perform clerical skills at a proficient level.
    • General Duties and Responsibilities

    The School Counselor provides support to students in academic, vocational and social areas and is concerned with the implementation of the behavior management program.

    Specific Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provide support services to assigned students including counseling, consultation, behavior management, liaison with parents and other affiliated professionals.
  • Establish regular contact with students through individual counseling sessions and/or group guidance activities.
  • Maintain documentation of all activity regarding student contact, parent contact, and agency involvement.
  • Attend parent/teacher conferences as necessary.
  • Maintain accurate records as to student status within program, recommendations, and ancillary services.
  • Demonstrate competency in each of the VSS core values:
    Communication and Listening, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Ethics, Professionalism, and Teamwork.
  • Comply with all organizational policies and procedures including those stated in the VSS Policies & Procedures manual and additional verbal and written communications provided to staff members.
  • Maintain a professional, confidential and ethical relationship with administrators, colleagues, parents, students, and others at all times.
  • Attend and actively participate in staff meetings, in-service activities, and other meetings as required.
  • Maintain proper credentials for assignment and remain educationally informed in all related areas including PDE regulations and state/national standards through continued professional study and attending workshops and conferences.
  • Performs related duties, special assignments and projects as assigned.

    • VSS offers a competitive salary, full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, PTO, a robust Employee Assistance Program, and a generous annual contribution to each employee’s 403(b). Top that off with team-building events, staff outings, and working alongside professionals who care deeply about our mission and core values:
    Communication and Listening, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Ethics, Professionalism, and Teamwork!

    The Vanguard School and Services is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations as part of this commitment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment, be sure to let us know.

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