Certified School Counselor - Hillsborough

Catapult Learning • Tampa, FL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Catapult Learning is seeking a Certified School Counselor for a full-time position in Hillsborough County, FL, for the 2026-2027 school year. This role will primarily focus on supporting elementary and middle school students (K-12) during regular school hours. The School Counselor will act as an advocate, confidence builder, and difference maker for students, playing a critical role in supporting their behavioral, personal, emotional, and social development. The position aims to create a safe, supportive, and inclusive school environment that fosters student growth and development, utilizing Catapult Learning's resources and ongoing support.

Requirements

• Current Florida state licensure or certification preferred (LMHC, LCSW, or school counseling certification)
• Intern licenses are not accepted at this time. The county requires a full, active license or certification for placement.
• Master Degree in a Counseling Field (counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field)
• Experience working with school-aged children and/or in educational settings
• Willingness and ability to work with various grade levels
• Ability to navigate online platforms for record keeping and communication
• A passion to help students
• Ability to effectively support and engage with a diverse student population while respecting the school’s values, community norms, and expectations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in culturally or faith-based educational environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Counsel individual or small groups of students in multiple grade levels in a face-to-face school setting.
• Positively impact the educational, behavioral, social, and emotional welfare of every child with whom you engage.
• Nurture student potential through personalized, small group, and classroom counseling, which may focus on academic, emotional, behavioral, or developmental issues.
• Provide support to families, classroom teachers, school principal and other school personnel to maximize effectiveness of services.
• Perform learning assessments (when requested and appropriate) of students’ learning styles, strengths, and weaknesses—to shed light on academic performance and inform further referral.
• Empower parents and school personnel by helping them access community resources that align with the unique needs of individual students and families.
• Champion administrative excellence by completing paperwork that reflects accuracy and efficiency in every detail.
• Stay at the forefront of current changes and trends in the field, equipping yourself with the tools and knowledge to deliver guidance and support to those you serve.
• Forge a foundation of trust and reliability through a deep understanding of the rules and procedures set forth by the Company Counseling Policy and Procedure Manual, the funding source, and the individual school.
• Ensure supervision of students at all times, including escorting students safely to and from classrooms/learning stations. Climbing stairs and light lifting may be required.
• Perform data entry in a timely fashion to meet deadlines (student attendance, progress reports, parent and classroom teacher communication forms, compliance documentation).
• Establish and maintain student forms and files as required by company, local, state, and federal agencies.
• Maintain consistent communication with company supervisors, classroom teachers, principals, and parents.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Insurance benefits (health, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability, accident, critical illness, and more) for employees working 30+ hours/week
• 401k plan with company match for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement
• Employee assistance program
• Sick and personal time for employees working 15+ hours/week
• Paid holidays and other periods when schools are closed for full-time, salaried roles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level