High School Counselor: Academic & Career Coach

2026-27 Applicant Pool; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Roanoke City School District is seeking a School Counselor for the 2026-27 applicant pool in Roanoke, Virginia. The role emphasizes delivering comprehensive guidance services, including academic, career, and personal/social development, under the supervision of the Counselor Coordinator and principal.

The candidate should hold a Master’s Degree in school counseling or a Virginia postgraduate teaching license with endorsement as School Counselor, and be prepared to participate in SST and allied

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in school counseling or equivalent licensure.
• Endorsement as a School Counselor on a Virginia teaching license.

Responsibilities

• Provide academic, personal/social, and career counseling services to students.
• Counsel students individually and in small groups and conduct classroom activities.
• Review data, prepare reports, and support intervention and referral processes.
• Engage families, coordinate with SST/RTI teams, and assist in crisis management.
• Support post-secondary planning and information on scholarships and financial aid.
• Maintain records and participate in professional development and meetings.

Skills

Counseling theories

ASCA Model knowledge

K-12 development

Communication skills

Education

Master’s Degree in school counseling

Virginia Postgraduate Teaching License with School Counselor endorsement

Job description

Roanoke City School District is seeking a School Counselor for the 2026-27 applicant pool in Roanoke, Virginia. The role emphasizes delivering comprehensive guidance services, including academic, career, and personal/social development, under the supervision of the Counselor Coordinator and principal.

The candidate should hold a Master’s Degree in school counseling or a Virginia postgraduate teaching license with endorsement as School Counselor, and be prepared to participate in SST and allied