High School Guidance Counselor

Suttons Bay Public Schools; Suttons Bay (MI); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Suttons Bay Public Schools is seeking a student-centered High School Guidance Counselor to support grades 9–12 with academic, college, career and social-emotional guidance. The counselor will help students develop post-secondary plans and coordinate college visits and career opportunities.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families, teachers and community agencies, maintaining confidential records, and implementing a comprehensive counseling program aligned to district goals.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in School Counseling or approved counselor program.
• Valid Michigan SCL or teaching certificate with School Counselor endorsement.
• PSCL or TSCL may be considered per MDE guidelines.
• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and families.
• Commitment to student confidentiality and professional ethics.
• Preferred: prior high school counseling experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling and student support.
• Monitor graduation progress and assist with academic planning and course selection.
• Counsel on college, career, trade, military, apprenticeship and employment options.
• Assist with college applications, scholarships, and financial aid.
• Coordinate career exploration and college visits.
• Identify students needing additional support and coordinate interventions.
• Collaborate with families, teachers, administrators and community agencies.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records.
• Develop a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with district goals.
• Support attendance, achievement and post-secondary readiness initiatives.
• Develop and review Educational Development Plans (EDPs) with students and families.
• Provide targeted scholarship guidance and opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Relationship building

Confidentiality & ethics

Education

Master's degree in School Counseling

Michigan School Counselor License (SCL)

Teaching certificate with School Counselor endorsement

Preliminary School Counselor License (PSCL)

Temporary School Counselor License (TSCL)

Job description

High School Guidance Counselor

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Job Details

Job ID: 5917373
Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted: Sep 10, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Suttons Bay Public Schools is seeking a student-centered, collaborative, and caring High School Guidance Counselor to support students in grades 9–12. The counselor will provide academic, college, career, and social-emotional support while helping students develop successful post-secondary plans.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling and student support
• Monitor student progress toward graduation and assist with academic planning and course selection
• Counsel students regarding college, career, trade school, military, apprenticeship, and employment opportunities
• Assist students with college applications, scholarships, financial aid, and post-secondary planning
• Coordinate career exploration, college visits, and other college/career readiness activities
• Identify students needing additional academic or social-emotional support and coordinate appropriate interventions and referrals
• Collaborate with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community agencies
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records
• Develop and implement a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with student needs and district goals
• Support school-wide efforts related to attendance, achievement, student well-being, and post-secondary readiness
• Perform other duties as assigned by the administration
• Develop, implement, and annually review Educational Development Plans (EDPs) with all students and their families.
• Provide intentional, individualized support to students in identifying and completing applicable scholarship opportunities.
• Plan and facilitate informational sessions for students and families interested in Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs and Dual Enrollment opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in School Counseling or completion of an approved school counselor preparation program
• Valid Michigan School Counselor License (SCL) or Michigan teaching certificate with School Counselor (NT) endorsement
• Candidates holding a valid Preliminary School Counselor License (PSCL) or Temporary School Counselor License (TSCL) may also be considered, consistent with Michigan Department of Education requirements
• Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to establish positive relationships with high school students and families
• Commitment to student confidentiality and professional ethics

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous high school counseling experience
• Knowledge of Michigan graduation requirements and college/career pathways
• Experience with college admissions, FAFSA, scholarships, and career planning
• Familiarity with student information and college/career planning systems

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Cris Porter
• 500 Elm Street
• Suttons Bay, Michigan 49682
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]