High School Counselor

About the role

The Lansing School District seeks to hire a school counselor to provide comprehensive academic, career, and social-emotional support to students. This role involves individual and group counseling, academic planning, college and career readiness programming, and collaboration with school staff and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Support students in developing academic goals and course schedules that align with graduation and postsecondary goals
• Monitor academic progress and collaborate with staff to implement personalized learning plans
• Guide students through the college and career exploration process, including applications, scholarships, and job readiness
• Provide individual and group counseling addressing personal, social, and emotional needs
• Lead programs and workshops on conflict resolution, self-esteem, substance abuse prevention, and more
• Assist with testing coordination, student scheduling, orientation programming, and wellness initiatives
• Maintain confidential student records and document counseling services and outcomes
• Coordinate with community partners and agencies to support students and families
• Participate in school-wide planning and professional development to stay informed on best practices in counseling

Qualifications

• Education & Certification: Bachelor’s degree required; Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate with NT (School Counselor) endorsement or Michigan School Guidance Counselor License
• Experience: Successful teaching experience at the secondary level; Demonstrated ability to work effectively with parents, students, administrators, and staff
• Skills & Knowledge: Strong knowledge of youth development and instructional support practices; Familiarity with academic planning tools, Educational Development Plans, and transcript audits; Understanding of college admissions, financial aid, career readiness, and job preparedness skills; Proficient in personal and group counseling techniques to support social-emotional growth; Ability to organize and implement school-wide programs and testing (e.g., M-STEP, PSAT, SAT, NWEA); Skilled in maintaining accurate records, reporting data, and using counseling software systems; Effective oral and written communication skills; Strong organizational and public presentation abilities

Physical Demands

• Work Environment & Physical Requirements: Must be able to move throughout the building and campus, including classrooms, hallways, and outdoor spaces; Frequent verbal communication is required to instruct students, lead meetings, and collaborate with staff and families; May be required to stand or walk for extended periods, including during supervisory duties; Occasional bending, reaching, or sitting on the floor to interact with students; Regular use of computers and instructional technology for planning, instruction, and communication; Must be able to lift or carry instructional materials and supplies weighing up to 25 pounds; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions