MHS High School Counselor

MHS High School Counselor

Maryville High School seeks a dedicated and compassionateHigh School Counselorto join our student support this role you will serve as a trusted mentor and advocate for our diverse student population providing comprehensive academic guidance college and career counseling and social-emotional support. You will work collaboratively with teachers families and community partners to help students navigate challenges set meaningful goals and prepare for success after high school.

Position Details

Employment Type: Full-time with benefits
Start Date: July 20 2026
Application Deadline: April 5 2026
FLSA Classification: Exempt

Qualifications

• Current Tennessee Counseling Certification with endorsement in grades 912
• Previous high school counseling experience preferred

Primary Responsibilities

Academic & Career Planning

• Develop and deliver comprehensive counseling programs for grades 912
• Guide students in creating and updating four-year educational plans and post-secondary plans
• Facilitate new student orientations and transition programs for incoming ninth and tenth graders
• Assist juniors and seniors in graduation planning and status evaluation
• Interpret standardized test results and college entrance exams to students families and staff
• Provide scholarship and financial aid guidance
• Support career exploration through career assessments career information systems and vocational planning

Individual & Group Counseling

• Conduct goal-oriented counseling sessions addressing identified student needs (academic challenges attendance behavior peer relationships family issues mental health concerns)
• Facilitate small group counseling on relevant topics
• Serve as a student advocate in school decisions and processes

Collaboration & Communication

• Consult with teachers staff and parents to enhance student support effectiveness
• Conduct and participate in student services staffing meetings and intervention team processes including leading 504 meetings for students
• Facilitate parent-teacher-student conferences and parent education programs
• Coordinate with in-district and community agencies (school nurses psychologists social services physicians)
• Participate in professional in-service programs for faculty

Program Evaluation & Professional Development

• Participate in annual counseling program evaluation and planning
• Maintain the counseling department master calendar
• Document and evaluate guidance activities
• Pursue ongoing professional development through workshops conferences and professional associations
• Contribute to school goals and initiatives that enhance the educational environment

How to Apply

1. Complete the online application the following to:
   • Resume
   • Cover letter