School Counselor (FY27)

Bisbee Unified District #2

Bisbee (AZ)

On-site

USD 47,000 - 59,000

Full time

7 hours ago

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Job summary

Bisbee Unified District #2 is seeking a School Counselor at Lowell Junior High School in Bisbee, Arizona to design and lead a comprehensive school counseling program that supports student achievement, college and career readiness, and personal growth.

The counselor will provide individual and group counseling, collaborate with families and staff, maintain records, and guide students through academic planning, transitions, and postsecondary opportunities, aligning with ASCA standards and district

Qualifications

Valid Arizona School Counselor Certificate or Arizona Teaching Certificate with relevant experience.
Master’s Degree required.
Current IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Responsibilities

Provide a comprehensive school counseling program supporting academics, college & career readiness, social-emotional development, and personal growth.
Deliver individual and group counseling addressing academic, social, emotional, behavioral, and career needs.
Collaborate with students, families, teachers, and community to identify needs and provide resources.
Maintain confidential student records and required counseling documentation.

Skills

Effective communication

Data usage & reporting

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Student advocacy

Education

Arizona School Counselor Certificate

Master’s Degree

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Arizona Teaching Certificate (optional)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google for Education

Job description

School Counselor (FY27)

Bisbee Unified District #2 Lowell Junior High School - Bisbee, Arizona Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Bisbee Unified School District 2

Job Details

Job ID: 5835313

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 15, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Jul 20, 2026

Job Description

JOB TITLE: TOSA – SCHOOL COUNSELOR

DEPARTMENT: School

REPORTS TO: Principal

FLSA STATUS/CLASSIFICATION: Exempt; Certified

FTE: 1.0

PAY GRADE: Certified Salary Schedule

WORK CALENDAR: Certified 10 Month

SUPERVISORY DUTIES: None

SUMMARY

Addresses all student academic, personal, social and career development needs by designing, implementing, evaluating and enhancing a comprehensive school counseling program that promotes and enhances student success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides a comprehensive school counseling program that supports students’ academic achievement, college and career readiness, social-emotional development, and personal growth.
Provides individual and group counseling services to students addressing academic, social, emotional, behavioral, and career-related needs.
Develops and implements a school counseling program aligned with the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model and district goals.
Collaborates with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community agencies to identify student needs and provide appropriate support and resources.
Assists students in developing academic plans, selecting coursework, monitoring graduation requirements, and preparing for postsecondary education, career pathways, and workforce opportunities.
Provides guidance related to college and career exploration, scholarships, financial aid, applications, and employment opportunities.
Maintains accurate and confidential student records, counseling documentation, and required reports in accordance with federal and state laws and district policies.
Uses student data to identify trends, evaluate counseling program effectiveness, and develop interventions to support student success.
Participates in student support teams, intervention meetings, threat assessment teams, and multidisciplinary problem-solving processes as appropriate.
Assists with the identification and support of students experiencing academic, social, emotional, behavioral, or personal challenges.
Provides crisis intervention, support, and referrals to appropriate school and community resources when needed.
Supports students with transitions between grade levels, schools, postsecondary institutions, and career opportunities.
Assists with the development and implementation of academic intervention plans, graduation plans, and student success initiatives.
Provides classroom guidance lessons and presentations on topics such as study skills, goal setting, conflict resolution, career awareness, mental health awareness, and responsible decision-making.
Promotes an inclusive, respectful, and supportive school climate that recognizes and values the diverse needs of all students.
Advocates for equitable access to educational opportunities, programs, and resources for all students.
Works collaboratively with teachers and administrators to support student engagement, attendance, behavior, and academic success.
Communicates effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress, concerns, resources, and available support services.
Maintains confidentiality and complies with FERPA, Arizona laws, district policies, and ethical standards governing school counseling.
Participates in professional development activities to remain current with counseling practices, educational requirements, mental health resources, and student support strategies.
Assists with school registration, scheduling, testing coordination, and other student services as assigned.
Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Knowledge of data usage, including collection, analysis, interpretation, and reporting
Ability to do perform multiple administrative functions simultaneously
Ability to do mathematical computations
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Produce accurate work and complete assignments with minimal supervision
Ability to apply common sense understanding to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations
Ability to work cooperatively and courteously with staff, students, parents and community members
Knowledge of applicable Federal and State laws, district procedures and Board policies
Ability to handle confrontation and conflict without an emotional response

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience:

Valid Arizona School Counselor Certificate; or Valid Arizona Teaching Certificate, with relevant experience
Master’s Degree
Current IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
At least three years of teaching experience or previous counseling experience under supervised conditions preferred
Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that meets minimum requirements

Computer Proficiency: Demonstrated general proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Suite, Google for Education, and job specific computer programs.

EVALUATION

Evaluated annually by campus principal or designee based on student support services, counseling effectiveness, compliance with program requirements, and collaboration.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, bend, stoop and walk. The employee may be required to move ten pounds and could occasionally lift or move up to twenty pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Indoor school environment. This position regularly works indoors. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate and may become excessively noisy at times. Will have contact with students, staff, external agencies and the public.

Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities identified in this position description are illustrative only and are in no way intended to be a complete list of activities that may be required of an incumbent. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Position Type

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary

Salary: $47,350 to $58,550 Per Year

Job Categories

Job Categories: Other Professional > Other Certified Professional

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