1.0 School Counselor (High School)

Position:  1.0 School Counselor (Contract)

Assignment Location: High School

Contract Start Date:  2026-2027 School Year (August 13, 2026)

Summary:  To provide a comprehensive school counseling program for students in grades 9-12 and specifically provide activities to meet the academic, social-emotional, and college/career needs of the assigned caseload; consult with teachers, staff and parents to enhance their effectiveness in helping students; and provide support to other high school educational programs. A successful school counselor possesses mindsets in accordance with professional standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Develop, implement, and evaluate various counseling programs and instruction in conjunction with department goals and professional standards to individual students, small groups, classrooms, and large groups.
• Deliver preventative and responsive services to students demonstrating academic and/or behavioral concerns and recommend students and families to appropriate resources.
• Provide comprehensive postsecondary planning counseling and support to students and families.
• Provide responsive services to students in crisis.
• Participate in the Student Assistance Program Team.
• Lead and assist with departmental initiatives and programs.
• Consult with teachers, staff, and parents regarding meeting the developmental needs of students.
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records and prepare reports as required by law, district policy and administrative regulations.
• Participate in the development and implementation of services for students with disabilities.
• Develop and deliver evening information sessions for parents to support the school-wide counseling program.
• Assist in conducting assessment and evaluation programs, including state-wide and district-wide testing.
• Attend and participate in departmental and district meetings as scheduled.
• Contribute to the curriculum development process.
• Apply legal and ethical decision-making skills.
• Seek professional consultation and supervision when needed.
• Perform cafeteria and other duty assignments.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Education and/or Experience:  

• Master’s degree in counseling required. 
• Minimum one year experience as a school counselor.
• Educational Specialist certificate in school counseling (K-12).
  
  

Other Skills and Abilities: 

• Apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional programs.
• Effectively plan and implement lessons based on school objectives and the needs and abilities of students.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents.
• Strong oral and written communication skills. 
• Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and School Board policies.
• Ability to use technical hardware and software.