High School Counselor Substitute (Rock Bridge High School), 2026-27

Columbia•Columbia, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for implementing the district comprehensive school counseling program to meet the personal, social, academic, and career needs of secondary students of the district. This position is temporary and short-term.

Requirements

Master's degree in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in school counseling
Missouri certification in the area of K-12 Student Services-Counselor
Demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment
Read, analyze and interpret professional journals, Board policy, administrative procedures, and forms
Complete forms, write reports and engage in written correspondence with parents
Present information effectively and respond to questions
Speak to students and parents in groups of various sizes, as well as engage in one-on-one communication
Demonstrate excellent listening and non-verbal communication skills
Work with mathematical concepts, such as probability and statistical inference
Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations
Solve a variety of problems in many different situations
Interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
Apply knowledge of current educational theory and instructional techniques while presenting subject matter to students
Demonstrate executive functions such as planning, organizing, remembering, and regulating information and behavior as they pertain to student performance and achievement
Identify needs and abilities of individual students and adapt methods accordingly
Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents
Perform multiple tasks simultaneously
Maintain confidentiality of student information
Perform basic computer functions such as word processing and internet use
Use district software for finding student information
Utilize smart boards, projectors and other instructional technology provided by the district
Speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously
Move around the classroom to interact with and manage students/groups of students
Read handwritten or printed material
Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position

Nice To Haves

Professional and friendly demeanor

Responsibilities

Implements the Missouri Comprehensive School Counseling Program: Curriculum, Responsive Services, Individual Planning and Systems Support.
Works with the Director of Secondary School Counseling, the high school counseling director and the school counseling team to establish program goals.
Assists students in the development of an academic plan that meets their post-secondary goals.
Assists students with the development of positive self-concepts and greater knowledge of self.
Provides students with individual, small group counseling and crisis intervention to promote healthy academic, career, social, and/or emotional development and adjustment.
Consults with teachers, parents/guardians and administration about student needs.
Assists with school-wide programs which benefit students’ academic, emotional and social success in school.
Coordinates mental health services and community support for students and families.
Performs other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.
All employees of the District are expected to adhere to the policies and regulations of the Board of Education, maintain appropriate certification and competencies necessary for the position, and demonstrate the values of the district at all times.