Part Time School Counselor

Position Type:
Certified Alternative Education/School Counselor

Date Posted:
10/13/2025

Location:
Reading School District
Are you looking for a career that would make a difference in the lives of children and families in Berks County? The Berks County Intermediate Unit (BCIU) is seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to make an impact on the 70,000+ students and their families in Berks County. If you have the heart to serve, we encourage you to explore career opportunities with the BCIU!

Summary of position:
The School Counselor is responsible for organizing and administering school counseling services for BCIU Alternative Education Programs with the primary intent of assisting every student solve his/her problems while also promoting growth of the individual in self-direction.

Job Responsibilities (see attached job description for additional details):

• Counsel students on an individual basis at the elementary, middle school, and/or high school levels when referrals are made from administrators, teachers, parents, and/or community agencies.
• Counsel students on an individual basis at the assigned school levels in terms of academic, social, emotional, and vocational development.
• Conduct group counseling sessions as the need arises in the areas of personal, social, emotional, educational, and career development.

Qualifications:

• Must hold a Master's Degree and be certified as a School Counselor.
• At least three years of experience in education or mental health counseling preferred.
• Must possess the personal qualifications for the development of desirable working relationships with people in the school and community.
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills with youth and adults.
• Previous successful experience with children who demonstrate at risk' behaviors preferred.

Schedule:
Part-Time Elementary School Counselor, Grades 3-5, Up to 20 students on caseload
Experience in trauma informed practices, community and family supports, attendence plan and procedures, and group lessons prefered.

Salary:

• Bachelor = $51,419 to $80,190
• Bach+15 credits = $52,136 to $80,915
• Bach+24 credits = $52,927 to $81,715
• Masters = $62,870 to $92,455
• Mast+15 credits = $63,563 to $93,155
• Mast+30 credits = $64,255 to $93,855
• Mast+45 credits = $65,641 to $95,255
• Mast+60 credits = $66,877 to $96,505

Benefits Included:
Health, vision, and dental insurance
Long term disability
Life insurance
Eligible for PSERS, PA Public School Employees Retirement System
Employee Assistance Program to include three free counseling sessions

Attachment(s):

• AE School Counselor__final.doc