High School Counselor (Cadence)

Job Title: High School Counselor

Reports to: Campus Principal

Location: In-Person CASLV Cadence Henderson NV

Position Type: Full-Time 10-Month (School Year)

Position Summary

The High School Counselor at Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas provides comprehensive counseling services to students in grades 912. This position supports students academic achievement post-secondary planning and social-emotional development through individual counseling group guidance and collaboration with teachers families and outside resources. The High School Counselor ensures students are on track for graduation and prepared for college career and life success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide academic counseling and guidance to ensure students meet graduation requirements.
• Assist students with course selection scheduling and development of four-year academic plans.
• Coordinate and support college and career readiness activities including college fairs FAFSA workshops and scholarship information.
• Deliver social-emotional learning and mental health support through individual and group counseling.
• Work with teachers administrators and parents to support student success and implement intervention strategies.
• Identify students in crisis and connect them to appropriate resources and support services.
• Maintain accurate student records transcripts and documentation of counseling activities.
• Assist with state testing coordination credit recovery and academic interventions.
• Contribute to a safe inclusive and supportive school environment that promotes student well-being.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor or Masters degree in School Counseling or related field.
• Valid Nevada School Counseling license or eligibility for licensure.
• Strong understanding of adolescent development and counseling practices.

Preferred:

• Two or more years of experience as a high school counselor.
• Knowledge of college admissions processes financial aid and scholarship opportunities.
• Experience in a charter or college-prep school environment.
• Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus.

Key Competencies

• Commitment to student success and equity.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information responsibly.
• Collaborative approach to working with staff students and families.
• Problem-solving and crisis intervention skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Work Environment

The High School Counselor works in an office and school environment with frequent interaction with students staff and families. The role may involve working outside regular school hours for parent meetings college events or crisis response. The position requires flexibility strong emotional resilience and the ability to maintain professionalism in a fast-paced setting.

Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.