High School Counselor

Jobtailor; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a School Counselor in Georgia to assist students and families with course selection, scheduling, and academic planning. The role involves ensuring compliance with school requirements and contributing to crisis prevention and incident reporting.

The ideal candidate holds a Masters in Counselor Education or School Counseling, Georgia School Counseling Certification, and a Department of Education Clearance Certificate, with strong tech skills and Title I experience.

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Counselor Education/School Counseling from an accredited institution.
• Georgia School Counseling Certification required.
• Clearance Certificate through the Department of Education required.
• Strong technology skills with Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience in teaching or supporting Title I schools.
• Team player track record.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and parents/learning coaches with course selection and scheduling.
• Follow up with students and families to ensure compliance with school requirements.
• Advise students and families related to academics, early college and career planning.
• Participate in the development of crisis prevention and management plans for the school.
• Report and refer critical incidents that jeopardize student well-being as required by law and standards.

Education

Masters Degree in Counselor Education/School Counseling

Georgia School Counseling Certification

Clearance Certificate through the Department of Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

• Assist students and parents/learning coaches with course selection and scheduling.
• Follow up with students and families to ensure compliance with school requirements.
• Advise students and families related to academics, early college and career planning.
• Participate in the development of crisis prevention and management plans for the school.
• Report and refer critical incidents that jeopardize student well-being as required by law and standards.

Requirements

• Masters Degree or higher in Counselor Education/School Counseling (from an accredited institution).
• Possess a Georgia School Counseling certification.
• Must have a Clearance Certificate through the Department of Education.
• Strong technology skills (especially with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite).
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience in teaching or supporting Title I schools.
• Team player track record.

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in academic advising, crisis management, and compliance with educational standards, while effectively utilizing technology to support student success. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for engaging with students, families, and educational stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Masters Degree In Counselor Education
• Georgia School Counseling Certification
• Clearance Certificate Through The Department Of Education
• Technology Skills With Microsoft Office And Google Suite
• Experience In Title I Schools

ATS Optimization Keywords

Soft Skills

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Team Player

Certifications & Qualifications

• Georgia School Counseling Certification
• Clearance Certificate

Industry Keywords

• Crisis Prevention
• Academic Advising
• Compliance
• Course Selection
• Scheduling
• Early College Planning
• Career Planning
• Title I Schools

Tools & Technologies

• Microsoft Office
• Google Suite