2026-2027 School Counselor High School Applicant Pool
Young World Physical Education, Suffolk, VA, United States
2026-2027 School Counselor High School Applicant Pool
Location: Suffolk, Virginia
Job Details
Job ID:
5666645
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Re-Posted:
Apr 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Position Title: 2750 School Counselor (10 Month)
General Definition and Conditions of Work
Performs intermediate professional work advising, assisting and counseling students; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision.
Work is sedentary, requiring occasional up to 10 pounds of force, some light work up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, negligible amount constantly to move objects; requires stooping, reaching, standing, walking, repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
Essential Functions/Typical Tasks
Counseling students, providing guidance concerning attendance, enrollment, academics, scheduling, college and career opportunities; providing counseling relating to interpersonal, personal and family occurrences.
Counsels students individually and in small groups for specifically identified needs as endorsed by recognized guidance curriculum.
Confers with teachers, administrators and parents.
Prepares and presents sessions regarding personal growth, school adjustment, career development, self-concept, attendance and related matters.
Provides classroom group guidance sessions.
Registers students and provides orientation regarding procedures and expectations.
Advises students on subject selection; assists with organization administration and standardized testing; interprets test results for students, parents and administrators.
Identifies special students and requests special services as necessary.
Counsels students in the solution of personal problems, explores possible interventions and strategies on matters such as physical, mental or substance abuse, rape, pregnancy or suicide.
Initiates, assembles and maintains accurate cumulative records and transcript records for students and protects their confidentiality.
Provides data regarding college, employment and other alternatives.
Encourages completion of educational programs.
Informs students of available community services.
Performs related tasks as required.
Note:
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of school guidance counseling; general knowledge of community agencies available to serve and assist students; general knowledge of casework methods and procedures; ability to conduct interviews and guidance sessions effectively and to analyze attitudes and problems objectively; ability to counsel students and parents on sensitive problems and to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and administration.
Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university supplemented by a master’s degree in counseling.
FLSA Status
Exempt
AA/EOE Statement
This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or national origin.
Position Type
Full-Time
Salary
$60,000 to $93,446 Per Year
Job Categories
Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Human Resources Department
School Administrative Offices
Suffolk, Virginia 23434
Phone: 757-925-6758
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Location: Suffolk, Virginia
Job Details
Job ID:
5666645
Application Deadline:
Posted until filled
Re-Posted:
Apr 24, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date:
Immediately
Job Description
Position Title: 2750 School Counselor (10 Month)
General Definition and Conditions of Work
Performs intermediate professional work advising, assisting and counseling students; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision.
Work is sedentary, requiring occasional up to 10 pounds of force, some light work up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, up to 10 pounds frequently, negligible amount constantly to move objects; requires stooping, reaching, standing, walking, repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is not subject to adverse environmental conditions.
Essential Functions/Typical Tasks
Counseling students, providing guidance concerning attendance, enrollment, academics, scheduling, college and career opportunities; providing counseling relating to interpersonal, personal and family occurrences.
Counsels students individually and in small groups for specifically identified needs as endorsed by recognized guidance curriculum.
Confers with teachers, administrators and parents.
Prepares and presents sessions regarding personal growth, school adjustment, career development, self-concept, attendance and related matters.
Provides classroom group guidance sessions.
Registers students and provides orientation regarding procedures and expectations.
Advises students on subject selection; assists with organization administration and standardized testing; interprets test results for students, parents and administrators.
Identifies special students and requests special services as necessary.
Counsels students in the solution of personal problems, explores possible interventions and strategies on matters such as physical, mental or substance abuse, rape, pregnancy or suicide.
Initiates, assembles and maintains accurate cumulative records and transcript records for students and protects their confidentiality.
Provides data regarding college, employment and other alternatives.
Encourages completion of educational programs.
Informs students of available community services.
Performs related tasks as required.
Note:
The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of school guidance counseling; general knowledge of community agencies available to serve and assist students; general knowledge of casework methods and procedures; ability to conduct interviews and guidance sessions effectively and to analyze attitudes and problems objectively; ability to counsel students and parents on sensitive problems and to communicate ideas clearly and concisely, orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, parents, staff and administration.
Education and Experience
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from an accredited college or university supplemented by a master’s degree in counseling.
FLSA Status
Exempt
AA/EOE Statement
This employer does not knowingly discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or national origin.
Position Type
Full-Time
Salary
$60,000 to $93,446 Per Year
Job Categories
Student Services > School/Guidance Counselor
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Human Resources Department
School Administrative Offices
Suffolk, Virginia 23434
Phone: 757-925-6758
#J-18808-Ljbffr