High School Guidance Support Specialist

Kern High School District; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern High School District is seeking a Guidance Technician at Highland High School to provide clerical support for the counseling/guidance services. This role requires strong English proficiency, accurate record-keeping, and reliable communication with students, parents, and staff.

The position emphasizes learning district computer systems, handling attendance and program changes, and assisting counselors under supervision within a structured district framework.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Ability to learn and apply office procedures and typing at 40 wpm.
• Ability to operate office machines and computer terminals.
• Assist with counseling/guidance records and communications.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical support to counseling and guidance services.
• Maintain accurate records and support day-to-day operations.
• Assist with attendance, registrations and program changes.
• Communicate with students, parents and staff as needed.

Skills

Typing 40 wpm

Office procedures

Oral and written communication

Education

High school diploma

Some college courses in counseling/guidance

Tools

District computer systems

Local site computer systems

Job description

Kern High School District is seeking a Guidance Technician at Highland High School to provide clerical support for the counseling/guidance services. This role requires strong English proficiency, accurate record-keeping, and reliable communication with students, parents, and staff.

The position emphasizes learning district computer systems, handling attendance and program changes, and assisting counselors under supervision within a structured district framework.