Licensed School Counselor – High School

Memphis Business Academy Charter Schools Network; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Memphis Business Academy Charter Schools Network seeks a Licensed School Counselor to support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional needs across grade levels in Memphis. You will collaborate with families, teachers, and administrators to promote student success and implement interventions, IEP/504 and SST processes, and maintain confidential records.

Ideal candidates hold a Tennessee Licensed Guidance Counselor credential, a Bachelor’s degree, and at least two years of

Qualifications

• Tennessee Licensed Guidance Counselor required.
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Two+ years of school-based experience required.
• Proficiency in PowerSchool Master Scheduling required.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain the Master Schedule in PowerSchool.
• Provide individual, group, and classroom counseling.
• Conduct FBAs, BSPs, and BIPs for behavioral support.
• Support IEP, 504, SST processes and student meetings.
• Maintain confidential student records and intervention documentation.
• Deliver staff training on classroom management and de-escalation.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

De-escalation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tennessee Licensed Guidance Counselor

Tools

PowerSchool Master Scheduling

Job description

Position Overview:

The Licensed School Counselor supports the mission, vision, and core values of Memphis Business Academy Schools by providing comprehensive counseling, behavioral, social-emotional, and academic support to students. Reporting to the Principal and designated Network Administrators, the Counselor collaborates with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community partners to promote student success and achievement.

The Counselor will develop and implement behavioral and social-emotional interventions, support students with challenging behaviors, assist with IEP, 504, and SST processes, and provide guidance and resources to school staff and families.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Create, manage, and maintain the school Master Schedule in PowerSchool. This is a mandatory responsibility of the position.
• Provide individual, small-group, and whole-group counseling and social-emotional support.
• Conduct Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and develop Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs).
• Collect, analyze, and monitor behavioral data and student progress.
• Collaborate with teachers and administrators to ensure interventions are implemented with fidelity.
• Provide coaching, modeling, consultation, and support to teachers and staff.
• Provide social skills instruction using research-based strategies and approved curricula.
• Participate in IEP, 504, SST, and other student support meetings.
• Collaborate with families, school personnel, agencies, and community partners as needed.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student records and intervention documentation.
• Conduct staff training and workshops related to classroom management, behavioral strategies, and de-escalation.
• Support the AIMS Program (Academic Interventions & Motivational Strategies).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Tennessee Department of Education Licensed Guidance Counselor –Required
• Bachelor’s Degree –Required
• Two (2) or more years of experience working with students in an educational or residential setting –Required
• Experience with Functional Behavior Assessments, Behavior Support Plans, and Behavior Intervention Plans.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development, behavioral interventions, and social-emotional support.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage challenging and emotionally charged situations professionally.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate sound professional judgment.
• CPI training or experience with positive behavioral and de-escalation strategies –Required/Preferred, as applicable
• Demonstrated proficiency in PowerSchool Master Scheduling – Required.
• Must have hands-on experience creating, managing, modifying, and maintaining a school-wide Master Schedule in PowerSchool. This is a mandatory qualification.
• Specialization in Special Education, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field – Preferred.
• Commitment to serving underserved students and supporting the mission and values of Memphis Business Academy Schools.

ADA Requirements:

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation. This includes the ability to communicate effectively, use a computer for extended periods, work in a school environment with frequent interruptions, manage stressful situations, and adapt to changing student and school needs. The position may require responding to behavioral incidents and emergencies in accordance with school policy, training, and applicable regulations.