GUIDANCE COUNSELOR - Columbus Performance High School
About The Position
Performance Academies is seeking a dedicated, student-centered leader to join our team as a Guidance Counselor at Columbus Performance High School. At Performance Academies, the focus is on educating the whole child through a blend of rigorous academics, structured fitness, and character education. The Guidance Counselor will play a crucial role in supporting students' academic, social-emotional, and post-secondary development within a safe, disciplined, and supportive environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about driving academic growth and fostering an inclusive, structured, and engaging learning environment.
Requirements
- Master's degree in School Counseling or a related field preferred.
- Valid state School Counselor license/certification preferred.
- Experience working with secondary students in an educational setting preferred.
- Knowledge of graduation requirements, college admissions, career planning, and financial aid processes.
- Proficiency with student information systems, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and educational technology.
Responsibilities
- Guide students through the transition to high school, including orientation, academic planning, and course selection.
- Develop and monitor individualized four-year graduation plans.
- Track student progress toward graduation requirements and implement intervention strategies for students at risk of falling behind.
- Collaborate with students, families, and school staff to support academic achievement and successful graduation.
- Provide comprehensive post-secondary planning, including college, career, military, and workforce pathways.
- Administer career interest and aptitude assessments.
- Assist students and families with college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and post-secondary application processes.
- Connect students with vocational, career, and community resources that support future success.
- Provide individual and group counseling focused on academic success, goal setting, attendance, organization, and social-emotional development.
- Serve as a first point of contact for students experiencing personal or academic challenges.
- Facilitate referrals to appropriate school and community mental health or support services when needed.
- Promote a positive, inclusive school culture that supports student well-being.
- Partner with teachers, administrators, families, and community agencies to support student success.
- Communicate regularly with families regarding academic progress, graduation planning, and post-secondary opportunities.
- Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and student support planning.
Benefits
- All health benefits begin day one of employment!
- Three comprehensive medical plans to choose from with significant company contribution towards premium
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Company-Paid Basic Life, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance, Accident, Critical Illness and Hospitalization Coverage available
- STRS participation for all school-based positions
- Multiple scheduled holiday breaks
- PTO & personal days
- Competitive salaries and annual cost of living adjustments
- Performance bonus potential (based on enrollment and academic performance)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
