School Guidance Counselor (Academic Year)

Salary: $57,326.00 - $95,209.00 Annually
Location : Spartanburg County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 183247
Agency: School for the Deaf and the Blind
Division: Education Services
Opening Date: 01/06/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: To apply, please submit an application on-line.
Class Code:: UB02
Position Number:: 60010104
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: Unclassified
Hiring Range - Min.: $57,236.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $95,209.00
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.


Job Responsibilities
Discusses the comprehensive school counseling program work plan with the school administrators and the supervising director to work collaboratively with staff to implement a comprehensive school counseling program. Guidance Curriculum: Provides leadership and collaborates with other educators in the school-wide integration of the State Guidance curriculum standards for student development. Implements developmentally appropriate and prevention-oriented group activities to meet student's needs and school goals. Assists all students, individually or in groups, with developing academic, career and personal/social skills, goals, and plans.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
Must have a Master's Degree and Licensure by the SC Department of Education in Guidance-Elementary or Secondary or Associate Guidance - Secondary or Secondary Advance; and two (2) years' experience teaching or counseling. Must have knowledge of the communication and cultural issues related to serving sensory impaired individuals.

Additional Comments


If selected for an interview you must provide verification of your highest level of education (e.i., copy of BA Degree, high school diploma, college transcripts) and if applicable, licensure and/or certification (e.i., nursing licensure, teacher licensure, bus driver certification).
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.


Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.


Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.


Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.


Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Do you have a Master's Degree and Licensure by the SC Department of Education in Guidance-Elementary or Secondary or Associate Guidance - Secondary or Secondary Advance?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have two (2) years' experience teaching or counseling?

• Yes
• No

Required Question