High School Counselor

Position: High School Counselor

Term: 200 day contract

North Marion School District is seeking a compassionate and student-centered High School Counselor to support the academic social and emotional well-being of all students. This position plays a vital role in creating a safe inclusive and supportive school environment where every student feels a sense of belonging and is empowered to succeed.

The School Counselor develops and implements a comprehensive counseling program aligned with district goals and student needs. Through individual and group support classroom lessons and collaboration with staff and families this role helps students build resilience navigate challenges and plan for their future.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group counseling to support students social emotional behavioral and academic needs
• Develop and deliver classroom lessons focused on social skills emotional regulation and academic success
• Support students in setting goals building coping strategies and making positive decisions
• Collaborate with teachers administrators families and specialists to support student success
• Participate in Student Support Team MTSS IEP and 504 meetings and contribute recommendations and strategies
• Coordinate and monitor 504 plans to ensure appropriate accommodations and equitable access for students
• Provide crisis intervention and conflict resolution support as needed
• Connect students and families with community resources and additional supports
• Monitor student progress and maintain accurate confidential records
• Promote a positive school climate that fosters belonging respect and student engagement
• Support school-wide behavior expectations and proactive student support strategies
• Maintain professional growth through training collaboration and ongoing learning
• Serve as a trusted and ethical role model for students

Required Qualifications

• Valid Oregon School Counselor License (or ability to obtain; conditional license considered)
• Successful background and criminal history clearance
• Knowledge of child development counseling practices and behavioral support strategies
• Strong communication and collaboration skills with students families and staff
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment
• Ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds and experiences
• Ability to manage emotionally demanding situations with professionalism and care
• Ability to meet the physical and communication demands of the position

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience implementing comprehensive school counseling programs
• Experience with MTSS IEP and 504 processes
• Bilingual skills or experience working with diverse student populations

To view full details please see our School Counselor Job Description.

North Marion School District offers the best of both worldsa close-knit small-community atmosphere paired with the beauty of Oregons surrounding landscapes and the strength of a supportive welcoming community. Our schools are places where relationships matter collaboration is valued and staff feel connected to the students and families they serve. If youre looking for meaningful work in a district that values people place and purpose we encourage you to apply and consider joining the North Marion team.

North Marion School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We hire and promote without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation national origin marital status age veteran status familial status genetic information and/or disability of employee with or without reasonable accommodations is able to perform the essential functions of the position.