High School Counselor — Empower Student Success & Planning

COWETA COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Counselor at Northgate High School in Newnan, GA will implement a comprehensive, data-driven school counseling program aligned with district standards to meet the needs of all students. The role emphasizes individual planning, crisis response, classroom guidance, and collaboration with teachers, parents, and community partners to support academic, career, and social-emotional development.

The 200-day contract for the 2026-2027 school year requires a Master's degree with state certification and

Qualifications

• Master's degree and state certification required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to plan, implement and evaluate counseling programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan a goals-driven, comprehensive school counseling program.
• Coordinate individual planning and responsive services.
• Support post-secondary planning and soft skills development.
• Assist in crisis response and safety planning.
• Provide classroom guidance and group counseling.
• Document counseling sessions and coordinate with staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Child development

Communication

Counseling program planning

Education

Master's degree

State certification

Job description

Counselor at Northgate High School in Newnan, GA will implement a comprehensive, data-driven school counseling program aligned with district standards to meet the needs of all students. The role emphasizes individual planning, crisis response, classroom guidance, and collaboration with teachers, parents, and community partners to support academic, career, and social-emotional development.

The 200-day contract for the 2026-2027 school year requires a Master's degree with state certification and