School Counselor Intern *POOL* - All School Levels (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District (TUSD1.org); Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Tucson Unified School District is seeking a Counseling Intern for the 2026-2027 school year. As a Counseling Intern, you will collaborate with a school counselor to provide comprehensive support for students' social and academic needs while pursuing your Master’s Degree in School Counseling.

This role requires a Bachelor’s degree, enrollment in a Master’s program, and an Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. Candidates will help implement the TUSD School Counseling Program and work at multiple school locations.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in the last year of a Master’s Degree program in School Counseling.
• Proof of immunity to rubeola and rubella or MMR immunization required.
• Reliable mode of personal transportation with valid insurance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with school counselors to implement the TUSD School Counseling Program.
• Support the social, emotional, and academic well-being of students.
• Assist students with course planning and post-secondary education applications.

Skills

Experience with diverse student populations

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's Degree in School Counseling

Tools

Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Valid Arizona Driver's License

Job description

Summary

As a member of the School Counseling staff, the Counseling Intern collaborates with an assigned school counselor to implement the TUSD School Counseling Program. School Counseling Interns are working toward their Master’s Degree in School Counseling (or a related field), and are provided with mentorship from our Certified School Counselor.

Our School Counselors Implement the American School Counselor Association National Model (ASCA). As a member of the School Counseling staff, the counselor is to provide a comprehensive school counseling program for all students at the school site while ensuring equity and access for all students.

School Counselors work at all levels of the school system to support the social, emotional, and academic well‑being of students. As a School Counselor, you will collaborate with school and school district staff to help students succeed in all aspects of their lives. This can be helping students through social and emotional challenges or liaising with other agencies and organizations outside the school. You may also help students with course planning and applying for post‑secondary education.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Currently enrolled in the last year of a Master’s Degree program in School Counseling that, when completed, meets the requirements for Arizona Department of Education Certification as a School Guidance Counselor

Requirements Prior to Start Date

• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
• Must hold a valid Driver's license (Arizona Driver’s License required within 30 days of hire)
• MVReport – showing no more than the allowable points against Driver’s License as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB‑R‑1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
• Reliable mode of personal transportation with evidence of insurance compliance greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB‑R‑1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with diverse student populations
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with parents, students, teachers and staff

Reports To

School Site Principal/Counseling Coordinator

FTE

Varies. Typical School Counseling Intern FTE 1.0, 8 hours per day.

Work Months

9.5 months

Locations

Multiple Locations – District-Wide

Effective

2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR

Requirements/Notes

Positions less than 30 hours per week are not eligible for district benefits.

EEO Statement

Tucson Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination based on disability, race, color, religion/religious beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or national origin.