K-12 School Counselor: Empower Student Growth

Muscogee County School District; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Muscogee County School District in Columbus, GA, is seeking a School Counselor to provide comprehensive counseling services to all students, supporting academic, career, and personal/social development.

Requirements include a master's degree in a related field and valid Georgia Teacher certification or eligibility; the role reports to the Principal and operates within the district's equity and confidentiality standards.

Qualifications

• Educational Level: Master's degree in job related field.
• Certification/License: Valid Georgia Teacher certification or eligibility for GA certification in School Counseling.
• Experience: None.
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities.
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; organization.

Responsibilities

• Advises parents and/or legal guardians of student progress.
• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Plans, develops, and implements a comprehensive school counseling program based on the needs of the students and the school.
• Provides classroom guidance, school counseling, and individual counseling that relates to the academic, career, and personal/social development of students.
• Coordinates with school staff to provide supportive instructional classroom activities that relate to student academic, career, and personal/social development of students.
• Confers and counsels with parents, administrators, and teachers.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Organization

Education

Master's degree in counseling or related field

Job description

The Muscogee County School District in Columbus, GA, is seeking a School Counselor to provide comprehensive counseling services to all students, supporting academic, career, and personal/social development.

Requirements include a master's degree in a related field and valid Georgia Teacher certification or eligibility; the role reports to the Principal and operates within the district's equity and confidentiality standards.