School Guidance Counselor

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/ Guidance Counselor
• Date Posted: 2/26/2026
• Date Available:
  
  8/1/2026
• District:
  Jonathan Alder Local School District

• Master's Degree
• State Licensure

Building Principal and Director of Student Services

The PK-12 School Counselor is responsible for delivering a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes and enhances student success. This includes academic achievement, career development, and personal/social growth. The counselor collaborates with teachers, parents, and administrators to create a supportive environment that addresses the needs of all students.

184 teacher contract days plus extended time as needed

Will follow established district procedures

• Program Development:
  Collaborate with key stakeholders to develop and implement a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with the school and district mission/vision and state and national standards.
• Data Collection and Analysis:
  Collect and analyze data to evaluate the effectiveness of the counseling program and make improvements.
• Professional Development:
  Stay current with educational and counseling trends through ongoing professional development.

• Individual Student Planning:
  Assist students in setting academic goals and developing a plan to achieve them.
• Classroom Guidance:
  Deliver curriculum on topics such as study skills, time management, and test taking strategies.
• Academic Advising:
  Provide guidance on course selection, graduation requirements, and post-secondary planning.

• Counseling Services:
  Offer individual and group counseling to address personal, social, and emotional issues.
• Crisis Intervention:
  Respond to and provide support during student crises, including collaboration with outside agencies.
• Conflict Resolution:
  Mediate conflicts between students and help them develop problem-solving skills.

• Parent and Teacher
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work with parents and teachers to address student needs and improve student outcomes.
• School Staff
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Collaborate with school staff to create a safe and inclusive school environment.
• Community Resources:
  Connect students and families with community resources for additional support.
• Coordinate 504 services, including identification of students, program planning and evaluation, facilitation of communication between home and school
• Attend and participate in IEP meetings as needed
• Attend and participate in MTSS meetings

• Career Counseling:
  Guide students in exploring career interests and options, including college and vocational paths.
• Career
  
  Education:
  
  Provide information on career resources, labor market trends, and job search techniques.

• Assist the District Testing Coordinator in the coordination and organization of all testing
• Assist the District Testing Coordinator in setting schedules and oversee all state and district testing

Postings current as of 2/28/2026 9:24:56 PM CST.

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