About the Employer
High School Guidance Counselor
Suttons Bay Public Schools is seeking a student-centered, collaborative, and caring high school guidance counselor to support students in grades 9-12. The counselor will provide academic, college, career, and social-emotional support while helping students develop successful post-secondary plans.
Essential Responsibilities
Provide individual and group counseling and student support
Monitor student progress toward graduation and assist with academic planning and course selection
Counsel students regarding college, career, trade school, military, apprenticeship, and employment opportunities
Assist students with college applications, scholarships, financial aid, and post-secondary planning
Coordinate career exploration, college visits, and other college/career readiness activities
Identify students needing additional academic or social-emotional support and coordinate appropriate interventions and referrals
Collaborate with students, families, teachers, administrators, and community agencies
Maintain accurate and confidential student records
Develop and implement a comprehensive school counseling program aligned with student needs and district goals
Support school-wide efforts related to attendance, achievement, student well-being, and post-secondary readiness
Perform other duties as assigned by the administration
Develop, implement, and annually review educational development plans (EDPs) with all students and their families.
Provide intentional, individualized support to students in identifying and completing applicable scholarship opportunities.
Plan and facilitate informational sessions for students and families interested in career and technical education (CTE) programs and dual enrollment opportunities.
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in school counseling or completion of an approved school counselor preparation program
Valid Michigan School Counselor License (SCL) or Michigan Teaching Certificate with School Counselor (NT) endorsement
Candidates holding a valid Preliminary School Counselor License (PSCL) or Temporary School Counselor License (TSCl) may also be considered, consistent with Michigan Department of Education requirements
Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Ability to establish positive relationships with high school students and families
Commitment to student confidentiality and professional ethics
Preferred Qualifications
Previous high school counseling experience
Knowledge of Michigan graduation requirements and college/career pathways
Experience with college admissions, FAFSA, scholarships, and career planning
Familiarity with student information and college/career planning systems
