High School Counselor: Career & College Guidance

Paradise Valley Unified School District; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Paradise Valley Unified School District is seeking a High School Counselor at North Canyon High School. The role focuses on supporting the instructional process by implementing ASCA standards, managing student placement, and guiding college and career planning.

Responsibilities include transcript analysis, development of Educational/Career Action Plans, financial aid guidance, and collaboration with colleges and site staff to support student achievement and transitions to postsecondary paths.

Qualifications

• SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with ongoing skill upgrades.
• KNOWLEDGE includes counseling techniques and interpretation of standards.
• ABILITY to schedule activities, collaborate, and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes transcripts to ensure graduation requirements are met.
• Develops Educational/Career Action Plans with students.
• Assists students with financial aid, college materials, and applications.
• Collaborates with colleges, staff, and community for services.
• Coordinates information with teachers and university personnel.
• Counsels students, parents, and guardians on academics and transitions.

Skills

Assessment tools

Record keeping

Project planning

Software applications

Education

Master's degree in counseling or related field

Job description

Paradise Valley Unified School District is seeking a High School Counselor at North Canyon High School. The role focuses on supporting the instructional process by implementing ASCA standards, managing student placement, and guiding college and career planning.

Responsibilities include transcript analysis, development of Educational/Career Action Plans, financial aid guidance, and collaboration with colleges and site staff to support student achievement and transitions to postsecondary paths.