Student Success & Career Guidance Counselor

Duval Charter at Westside; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) seeks a Guidance Counselor I to support students’ personal, educational, and career plans through individual and group counseling. The role emphasizes helping students select courses, explore options, and prepare for post-secondary pathways.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree, a valid Guidance Counselor certification, and at least three years of related experience. Strong communication, organizational, and SIS skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college.
• Possession of valid Guidance Counselor certification.
• Minimum three years' experience in teaching or counseling.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and a Student Information System (SIS).

Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling sessions for assigned students.
• Assist students in course selections and scheduling.
• Provide small and large group counseling sessions as needed.
• Assist in making enrollment arrangements for summer programs.
• Provide college financial aid/scholarship resources and guidance.
• Maintain counseling records and prepare college recommendations.
• Assist in evaluating student performance and tracking progress.

Skills

Time management

Oral and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Guidance Counselor certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Student Information System (SIS)

Email communications

Job description

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) seeks a Guidance Counselor I to support students’ personal, educational, and career plans through individual and group counseling. The role emphasizes helping students select courses, explore options, and prepare for post-secondary pathways.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree, a valid Guidance Counselor certification, and at least three years of related experience. Strong communication, organizational, and SIS skills are essential.