High School Counselor: Attendance, SEL & Family Partnerships

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Disability insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Coaching and professional development

Job summary

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is seeking a certified School Counselor for KIPP Bold City High School (9-12) in Jacksonville, FL. The role partners with families, teachers, and leaders to boost attendance, student well‑being, and credit recovery through targeted counseling and community collaboration.

The position requires Florida certification in Guidance and Counseling (PK-12) and a proven counseling track record.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and a relevant Master's degree to meet the standards outlined for certification.
• Relevant Florida Teaching Certification or Eligibility for Certification in Guidance and Counseling Pre-K- Grade 12.
• At least one complete year of school counseling experience with a proven track-record of high achievement.
• Background check clearance as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and LEA for all district MRT meetings.
• Support teachers with in-class character education and school guidance.
• Provide individual or small group counseling; weekly social/emotional interventions.
• Provide updates to leadership on student wellbeing based on interactions with families, assessments, and observations.
• Assist students with challenging behaviors and track attendance to improve rates.
• Serve as liaison between families and community resources and onboard new families to KIPP.

Skills

Counseling

Family collaboration

Student support

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree in Guidance & Counseling

Florida Certification (Guidance & Counseling) Pre-K–12

Job description

KIPP Jacksonville Public Schools is seeking a certified School Counselor for KIPP Bold City High School (9-12) in Jacksonville, FL. The role partners with families, teachers, and leaders to boost attendance, student well‑being, and credit recovery through targeted counseling and community collaboration.

The position requires Florida certification in Guidance and Counseling (PK-12) and a proven counseling track record.