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Counselors FTE

Job in Minnetonka, Hennepin County, Minnesota, 55345, USA
Listing for: Minnetonka Public Schools
Full Time, Part Time position
Listed on 2026-03-09
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: 2026-27 Counselors, 2 Positions, 1.0 FTE each
  • Position Type:
    Secondary Teaching/Counselor
  • Date Posted:
    3/6/2026
  • Location:

    Minnetonka High School (MHS)
  • Date Available:

    2026-27 School Year
  • Closing Date:
    Until Filled

    • License Required:
    Minnesota K-12/7-12/Secondary School Counselor

    Compensation:
    to view the teacher salary schedule. Rates for this position can be found in Appendix
    -a-, Schedule

    A.
    These Positions are Medical and Dental Benefit Eligible.

    Job Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provide classroom opportunities for students to explore their interests and values in post-secondary educational and career opportunities.
  • Encourage and support teachers in their efforts to infuse career development activities into the curriculum of their respective discipline.
  • Provide students with information regarding their credit status as they proceed toward graduation and assist them on an individual basis for schedule adjustment as needed.
  • Counsel with students on an individual basis at the secondary level which will best suit their future post-secondary needs.
  • Administer standardized tests as indicated by district policy and interpret the results to parents and students.
  • Counsel with students on an individual and/or small group basis regarding personal, emotional, social and academic concerns.
  • Consult with parents regarding their student's academic progress, school adjustment, and secondary and post-secondary plans.
  • Participate in building and community activities which will help foster a positive learning environment for all students.
  • Participate in professional growth activities which will help give students the most up-to-date information regarding post-high school career opportunities, and community resources.
  • Participate in district committees which address the educational needs of students.
  • Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

    • Specific Responsibilities:

  • Counselors help students in a variety of ways, both directly and indirectly. Their assistance may be educational, personal-social, or career oriented; it may be part of the guidance curriculum, individual planning, responsive services, system support or, in many cases, a blend of those factors.
  • Provide opportunities for students to learn about educational options at the secondary level and assist them in the registration process.
  • Manage the guidance program, including directing curriculum, managing secretarial staff, the budget, records, and creating print communications to be sent to all households in the district.
  • Engage in research as needs indicate: follow-up on graduates, etc.
  • Consult with teachers/staff regarding students' individual learning needs. Initiate and/or follow up referrals to social workers, at-risk counselor, chemical awareness coordinator, building team and community resources as needed.

    • Knowledge and Skills:

  • Demonstrated ability to apply appropriate skills in performing daily routines.
  • Demonstrated ability to operate a computer, software and necessary technology.
  • Ability to develop effective and positive working relationships with students, staff, administrators, parents, and the community.
  • Maintain professional composure while dealing with a variety of personalities and situations.
  • Show initiative and function as a self-starter.
  • Strong communication skills and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

    • Hiring Administrators:
    Anjie Flowers, General Counsel and Executive Director of Human Resources
    Jeff Erickson, Principal

    Application Procedure:

    External Applicants:
    Please upload a letter of interest, resume, 3 letters of professional recommendation, transcripts and Minnesota Teacher license information with your online application.

    Internal Applicants:
    Current educators do not need to attach letters of recommendation or transcripts

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