Category Schools - Counselor Job Type Contract A school district in Bennettsville, South Carolina is hiring a full-time, contracted School Counselor for the 2026-2027 school year. If you're a passionate School Counselor ready to support young learners in Pre-K-2, we want to hear from you. Take the next step in your counseling career and bring your expertise to a school community where your work can make a lasting difference. Interviews are currently being scheduled and qualified candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. Submit your application now and connect with a recruiter to discuss the position, compensation, and next steps.

Qualifications:

A Master's degree from a regionally accredited college or university. Completion of an approved school counselor preparation program. South Carolina School Counselor certification, PK-12 Position Responsibilities Provide a comprehensive school counseling program that supports the academic, social-emotional, behavioral, and developmental needs of students in Pre-K through Grade 2. Provide individual and small-group counseling to students experiencing social, emotional, behavioral, academic, or adjustment concerns. Deliver developmentally appropriate classroom guidance lessons focused on social-emotional learning, self-regulation, problem-solving, conflict resolution, friendship skills, empathy, personal safety, and responsible decision-making. Identify students who may need additional academic, behavioral, social-emotional, or developmental support and coordinate appropriate interventions. Collaborate with teachers, administrators, special education staff, interventionists, and other school personnel to develop strategies and interventions that support student success. Consult and communicate with parents and guardians regarding student needs, progress, behavior, and available school and community resources. Assist students in developing age-appropriate coping skills, emotional regulation strategies, communication skills, and positive relationships with peers and adults. Support students experiencing transitions, family changes, grief, loss, trauma, or other circumstances that may affect their ability to learn and participate successfully at school. Monitor student attendance, behavior, and academic concerns and participate in problem-solving and intervention processes as appropriate. Make referrals to school-based and community resources when students or families require additional services or support. Participate in student support meetings, parent conferences, intervention teams, and multidisciplinary meetings as needed. Maintain appropriate counseling documentation, student records, referrals, and other required records while protecting student confidentiality. Assist with crisis response, student safety concerns, and mandated reporting responsibilities in accordance with district and state requirements. Promote a safe, inclusive, supportive, and positive school environment for young children. Advocate for students' educational, social-emotional, developmental, and personal needs. Assist teachers and families in understanding children's developmental needs and implementing effective strategies for supporting student behavior and emotional well-being. Participate in professional development and remain current with best practices in elementary school counseling, early childhood development, social-emotional learning, and behavioral interventions. Contribute to a positive school culture by promoting kindness, respect, responsibility, inclusion, and positive relationships among students, staff, and families. Follow school district policies, South Carolina Department of Education requirements, and professional ethical standards related to school counseling. Soliant offers a variety of benefits to its contracted employees including: W2 assignments, competitive and hourly pay; medical, dental and vision coverage; 401(k) retirement savings, licensure and credentialing support, professional development and CEU reimbursement, dedicated recruiter support, school-based experience, contract extension opportunities, assignment flexibility, and the opportunity to make a meaningful student impact. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled