9th Grade Professional School Counselor-26-27 SY

West Memphis, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Summary:This full-time position combines academic personal and post-secondary guidance for 9th-grade students. The ideal candidate is a compassionate communicator organized multitasker and advocate for student success in both academic and personal development.

Key Responsibilities:

9th Grade Counseling Duties

Serve as the primary counselor for 9th grade students supporting academic progress social-emotional well-being and high school adjustment.
Conduct at least two individual counseling meetings per year with assigned students.
Provide academic counseling and monitoring for students including those on academic probation.
Offer limited personal/social counseling and make appropriate referrals for additional support.
Assist with 9th grade orientation and parent information sessions.

College Counseling Support

Collaborate with the college counseling teams to plan and execute workshops presentations and events for 9th graders.
Assist with college fairs essay workshops mock interviews and scholarship programming.
Maintain and update counseling data systems such as Bright Futures and NCAA eligibility portals.
Support students in creating resumes reviewing college application materials and understanding post-secondary planning processes.
Conduct college planning meetings and write letters of recommendation as needed.
Contribute to newsletters and other communication materials for students and families.
Support standardized testing logistics.

Departmental & Professional Responsibilities

Maintain counseling records and document student/family/teacher interactions.
Collaborate with teachers staff and parents to ensure student well-being and academic success.
Attend relevant professional development for school and college counseling.
Participate in assigned school activities and committees.
Occasionally work extended hours for evening events or programs.
Other duties may be assigned; duties may vary according to grade level

Qualifications & Requirements:

Masters degree in Guidance Counseling or related field.
Minimum of 3 years of school counseling experience preferred.
Strong written and verbal communication organizational and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively while maintaining confidentiality.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and common counseling platforms.
Flexibility self-motivation and a student-centered mindset.
Commitment to supporting the mission ofWest Memphis School District.

Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority

Job Summary:This full-time position combines academic personal and post-secondary guidance for 9th-grade students. The ideal candidate is a compassionate communicator organized multitasker and advocate for student success in both academic and personal development.Key Responsibilities:9th Grade Couns...