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INTRODUCTION
School Counselor
Scottsville Elementary School
2026-27 School Year
Teach • Lead • Inspire
Be an educator in Albemarle County Public Schools
Are you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences, becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? Then look no further!
In Albemarle County Public Schools, we work together as a team to end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for our children’s success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student!
We are the first public school division in Virginia, and among the first in the country, to develop and implement an Anti-Racism policy with the expressed purpose of building school communities that share the responsibility to recognize and end racism, eliminate inequitable practices that result in achievement gaps, and support the unique gifts, talents, and interests of every child. In ACPS, “all” really means all.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Who We’re Looking For
Teachers and Specialists are essential to achieving our goals of Thriving Students, Affirming and Empowering Communities, and Equitable, Transformative Resources.
Our ideal candidates are:
- Innovative, self-reflective, collaborative, knowledgeable in their content area and instructional practices, and are continually growing and improving
- Passionate about closing equity and achievement gaps
- Prepared to engage with our Culturally Responsive Teaching model in support of our Equity Mission Statement
WHY WORK IN OUR SCHOOLS
Here are just a few reasons why both new and experienced educators choose to join our team:
- Strong instructional support and mentoring from our building administrators, instructional coaches, learning technology integrators, diversity resource teachers, and equity specialists
- A wide range of professional development opportunities, including our New Teacher Academy and many other learning experiences held throughout the year for new and experienced teachers
- Competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more
- The opportunity to work in a close-knit, supportive community where you can continue to grow as a professional
Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools.
LOCATION
Situated around beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia – which is consistently ranked among America’s top university towns and best places to live – Albemarle County is nestled in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. Just 100 miles south of Washington, DC and 70 miles west of Richmond, it’s only a short trip to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic beaches, and New York is an easy Amtrak ride away. Whether it’s the great outdoors, a vibrant and diverse arts, food, and culture scene, or small town living with a big city feel, our part of Central Virginia has something for everyone.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Are you ready to join the ACPS Team and engage our learners in becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? If so, then follow these steps to apply:
STEP 1: Click Apply for this Position at the top right of this page. This will add your application to the candidate pool for this position.
STEP 2: You will receive an email invitation to complete a short online assessment to help us learn more about your strengths as an educator. Instructions will be included in the email. If you've already taken this assessment within the past three years, you do not need to complete it again.
STEP 3: Continue to check our Jobs page frequently as new positions are added throughout the spring and summer. You need to apply for each specific position that you are interested in. Jobs are listed chronologically by posting date, but you can search by categories or by keywords like “teacher” or “counselor”, and you can also sign up for weekly email alerts.
STEP 4: Our school principals and assistant principals will review your application and will contact you directly if they would like to schedule an interview. Time frames vary depending on the position and time of year.
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates for this position must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsement in School Counseling. More information can be found on the VDOE website.
Job Requirements
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Questions? Email HR@k12albemarle.org
Thank you for your interest in Albemarle County Public Schools!
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:
Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor
INTRODUCTION
School Counselor
Scottsville Elementary School
2026-27 School Year
Teach • Lead • Inspire
Be an educator in Albemarle County Public Schools
Are you looking to work in a school division where students are engaged in authentic, challenging, and relevant learning experiences, becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? Then look no further!
In Albemarle County Public Schools, we work together as a team to end the predictive value of race, class, gender, and special capacities for our children’s success through high-quality teaching and learning for all. We seek to build relationships with families and communities to ensure that every student succeeds. We will know every student!
We are the first public school division in Virginia, and among the first in the country, to develop and implement an Anti-Racism policy with the expressed purpose of building school communities that share the responsibility to recognize and end racism, eliminate inequitable practices that result in achievement gaps, and support the unique gifts, talents, and interests of every child. In ACPS, “all” really means all.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Who We’re Looking For
Teachers and Specialists are essential to achieving our goals of Thriving Students, Affirming and Empowering Communities, and Equitable, Transformative Resources.
Our ideal candidates are:
- Innovative, self-reflective, collaborative, knowledgeable in their content area and instructional practices, and are continually growing and improving
- Passionate about closing equity and achievement gaps
- Prepared to engage with our Culturally Responsive Teaching model in support of our Equity Mission Statement
WHY WORK IN OUR SCHOOLS
Here are just a few reasons why both new and experienced educators choose to join our team:
- Strong instructional support and mentoring from our building administrators, instructional coaches, learning technology integrators, diversity resource teachers, and equity specialists
- A wide range of professional development opportunities, including our New Teacher Academy and many other learning experiences held throughout the year for new and experienced teachers
- Competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more
- The opportunity to work in a close-knit, supportive community where you can continue to grow as a professional
Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools.
LOCATION
Situated around beautiful Charlottesville, Virginia – which is consistently ranked among America’s top university towns and best places to live – Albemarle County is nestled in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains and Shenandoah National Park. Just 100 miles south of Washington, DC and 70 miles west of Richmond, it’s only a short trip to the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic beaches, and New York is an easy Amtrak ride away. Whether it’s the great outdoors, a vibrant and diverse arts, food, and culture scene, or small town living with a big city feel, our part of Central Virginia has something for everyone.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS
Are you ready to join the ACPS Team and engage our learners in becoming lifelong contributors and leaders in our dynamic and diverse society? If so, then follow these steps to apply:
STEP 1: Click Apply for this Position at the top right of this page. This will add your application to the candidate pool for this position.
STEP 2: You will receive an email invitation to complete a short online assessment to help us learn more about your strengths as an educator. Instructions will be included in the email. If you've already taken this assessment within the past three years, you do not need to complete it again.
STEP 3: Continue to check our Jobs page frequently as new positions are added throughout the spring and summer. You need to apply for each specific position that you are interested in. Jobs are listed chronologically by posting date, but you can search by categories or by keywords like “teacher” or “counselor”, and you can also sign up for weekly email alerts.
STEP 4: Our school principals and assistant principals will review your application and will contact you directly if they would like to schedule an interview. Time frames vary depending on the position and time of year.
QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates for this position must hold or be eligible for a Virginia teaching certificate with endorsement in School Counseling. More information can be found on the VDOE website.
Job Requirements
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Questions? Email HR@k12albemarle.org
Thank you for your interest in Albemarle County Public Schools!
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:
Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in school counselor jobs.
- Master's degree in school counseling or a closely related counseling field
- State school counselor licensure or certification relevant to the position
- Experience delivering individual and group counseling within a school setting
- Knowledge of college and career readiness frameworks and post-secondary planning processes
- Proficiency with student information systems such as PowerSchool or Infinite Campus
- Familiarity with MTSS, PBIS, or similar tiered support intervention models
Tips for Your School Counselor Job Search
Highlight your licensure on your resume
State licensure requirements vary, so name your credential, the issuing state, and its expiration date in a dedicated certifications section. Hiring managers screen for this before reading anything else, and an unlisted license slows your application down.
Tailor your resume to school level
Elementary, middle, and high school counseling demand different emphases. Lead with caseload size, grade levels served, and specific programming like crisis response or college application support so hiring teams immediately see relevant experience.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists school counselor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target job postings using district keywords
Search for the specific frameworks districts advertise, like MTSS, PBIS, or Naviance, and mirror that language in your application. Districts often use applicant tracking systems that filter for those exact terms before a human reviews anything.
Prepare concrete examples for scenario questions
Interviewers frequently ask how you handled a student in crisis, navigated a parent conflict, or built a data-driven intervention plan. Rehearse two or three specific situations with measurable outcomes so your answers are grounded rather than hypothetical.
Follow up after interviews with a focused note
Reference something specific from the conversation, such as the district's college-going culture goal or a new SEL curriculum they mentioned. A focused follow-up signals genuine interest in that school community, not just any open position.
School Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most school counselors?
The companies hiring the most school counselors right now include Austin Independent School District, Riverside Community Care, and Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Massachusetts, and New York, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. District-level hiring tends to surge in late spring and early summer as schools plan for the next academic year.
How many school counselor jobs are remote?
About 3% of school counselor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with most on-site roles tied to traditional K-12 settings. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements include college advising, virtual school counseling programs, and career development roles within online or hybrid charter networks.
How do you become a school counselor?
You become a school counselor by earning a master's degree in school counseling from an accredited program, completing a supervised internship in a school setting, and passing your state's required licensure exam. After licensure, most states require ongoing professional development to maintain your credential. Some states also require prior teaching experience, so check your specific state's requirements early in your graduate program.
Can you get hired as a school counselor without much experience?
Yes, you can get hired as a school counselor with limited professional experience if your graduate internship hours were completed in a comparable school setting. Highlighting a strong internship caseload, specific programming you led, and any volunteer or paraprofessional work with students strengthens your application. Entry-level postings at smaller or rural districts often have less competition and can be a practical starting point for building your record.
What does the school counselor interview process look like?
The school counselor interview process typically begins with a phone or video screening conducted by a district HR representative, followed by an in-person panel interview with a principal, department lead, or counseling director. Panels commonly include scenario-based questions about crisis response, student advocacy, and data use. Some districts also ask you to present a sample counseling program outline or walk through how you would handle a specific student case.
Where can I find and apply to school counselor jobs?
You can find and apply to school counselor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your credentials, school level, and location preference, then apply directly to each listing.
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