High School Counselor — Student Success & Growth Advocate

Oakland Schools; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Avondale School District is seeking a Certified Student Support Services/Counselor to join Avondale High School in Auburn Hills, MI. The role emphasizes collaboration with students, families, and staff to support academic and personal welfare.

Responsibilities include coordinating programs, counseling students, and maintaining confidential records, with compensation per Master Agreement and strong professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master of Arts degree in counseling with counselor endorsement.
• Teaching certificate preferred.
• Evidence of ability to establish working relationships that result in mutual respect.
• Ability to speak clearly and concisely in oral and written communication.
• Strong interpersonal and public relations skills.
• MiStar experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of school scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Schedule students for course recovery and related programs as needed.
• Coordinate, manage, and facilitate unique student learning programs.
• Assist students, teachers, administrators, parents, and community personnel for academic and welfare support.
• Assume responsibilities assigned by administration to improve staff knowledge and student activities.
• Collaborate with school personnel, parents, and community agencies to improve student outcomes.
• Counsel students, parents, and guardians through individual and group sessions.
• Support staff development and stay current with best practices and new technology.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information to protect students and staff.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Public relations

Attendance & punctuality

Student counseling

Team collaboration

Education

Master of Arts in Counseling

Counselor endorsement

Teaching certificate preferred

Tools

MiStar

School scheduling software

Job description

Avondale School District is seeking a Certified Student Support Services/Counselor to join Avondale High School in Auburn Hills, MI. The role emphasizes collaboration with students, families, and staff to support academic and personal welfare.

Responsibilities include coordinating programs, counseling students, and maintaining confidential records, with compensation per Master Agreement and strong professional development opportunities.