Middle School Counselor

Aberdeen School District • Aberdeen, MS

4h

About The Position

The Guidance Counselor is responsible for promoting the social, emotional, moral, and mental growth of the students.

Requirements

• 436 Endorsements Required

Responsibilities

• Develop an exemplary guidance program for school(s)
• Schedule orientation meetings with teachers, parents, and students to explain guidance services
• Provide both group and individual counseling sessions for all students as appropriate
• Assist with academic and/or personal problems encountered by students
• Provide leadership and direction of district testing programs as directed
• Disseminate counseling-guidance information or career information
• Work with support personnel in district
• Participate in conference with parents based on needs of students
• Conduct orientation process for students making transitions from one level to the next, e.g. from junior high to high school
• Make students aware of financial aid available and assist students in completing applications for college scholarships and college entrance
• Assist students in making vocational choices and in seeking employment opportunities when appropriate
• Keep cumulative folders current
• Provide leadership in teaching students test-taking strategies
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed