Student Success Counselor - Middle School

Hamilton County Schools; Soddy-Daisy (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamilton County Schools in Soddy-Daisy, TN, is seeking an energetic School Counselor to support student social, educational, and vocational development. The role focuses on counseling, assessment coordination, and collaboration with staff to improve student outcomes.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree and a Tennessee School Service Personnel License for School Counseling Pre-K-12. The position emphasizes confidentiality, ethics, and open communication with families and communities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and Tennessee School Service Personnel License for School Counseling Pre-K-12 are required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with students, families, and staff.
• Strong planning, organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintains licensure documentation and compliance for continued employment.
• Reviews student assessment data to drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinates standardized testing per district policies and state law.
• Implements district, state, and federal policies and regulations.
• Counsels students individually or in small groups on personal and educational issues.
• Plans student field trips and school activities.
• Transfers accurate records for students and assists with college admissions applications.
• Communicates the role of the school counselor to students, parents, and the community.
• Advises students on course selection and future plans.
• Performs general clerical duties and uses technology for essential job functions.

Skills

Verbal & Written Communication

Planning & Time Management

Education

Master’s degree + TN licensure (School Counseling Pre-K-12)

Job description

Hamilton County Schools in Soddy-Daisy, TN, is seeking an energetic School Counselor to support student social, educational, and vocational development. The role focuses on counseling, assessment coordination, and collaboration with staff to improve student outcomes.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree and a Tennessee School Service Personnel License for School Counseling Pre-K-12. The position emphasizes confidentiality, ethics, and open communication with families and communities.