School Guidance Counselor - OSHS
Qualifications
- AA Certification in School Counseling
- Endorsement Area 436
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Strong human relation skills
- A philosophy of school counseling which includes the providing of:
- academic leadership
- curriculum knowledge
- a safe, orderly and effective school climate
- high performance expectations
- parent and community involvement
- a standard operation procedure that promotes two-way communications and grass roots input in the decision-making process
Additional Preferred Experience
- Successful experience in managing a growing, modern comprehensive high school guidance program
Physical Condition
- Good physical condition with ability to lift 10 pounds
Job Description
The Guidance Counselor is a facilitator of student learning, who, as a member of the educational team, is committed to improving the learning process by promoting the social, emotional, moral, and mental well-being of the students and striving to fulfill the philosophy of the school, within the policies established by the Board of Trustees. To function effectively, the counselor must work cooperatively with students, teachers, administrators, parents/guardians, citizens and organizations in the community.
Salary
Commensurate with the Ocean Springs salary schedule for certified positions for the 2026-2027 school year.
Length of Contract
215 days - Certified/Exempt
Any person desiring to transfer within the system must adhere to School Board Policy GBE.
The Ocean Springs School District employs qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of non-related medical condition or handicap.